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Corsha, the pioneer in securing machine-to-machine (M2M) traffic for operational systems and critical infrastructure. Has announced an $18 million Series A-1 funding round led by SineWave Ventures, with participation from Razor’s Edge Ventures and Ten Eleven Ventures. Automated Trust Chains Machine identities currently outnumber human identities by a ratio of 50:1 Machine identities currently outnumber human identities by a ratio of 50:1 and are poised to accelerate further with increases in automation and the emergence of agentic AI. Organisations require a machine identity provider to authenticate, manage, and govern the rapidly growing traffic between machines. Due to legacy systems connecting with modern cloud-native systems, M2M communication can be particularly risky in operational technology (OT) and critical infrastructure environments. Imagine the challenges of securely connecting AI/ML models in the cloud to robotic controllers or manufacturing pipelines on a shop floor. Machine identity security To address this growing challenge, Corsha syncs with traditional IdPs like EntraID, Amazon IAM, and keycloak, builds and manages dynamic machine identities, and brings MFA to machines, securing and auditing M2M connections across OT and cloud environments. Through Corsha’s Machine Identity Provider, the company ensures that all machine-to-machine communication anywhere across an organisation is secure and can be trusted. Securing operational infrastructure “There’s such a huge modernisation opportunity in connecting operational systems and critical infrastructure yet without a strong identity solution, the risk is too high,” said Anusha Iyer, Founder and CEO of Corsha. “That is why we are so committed to our vision to securely connect the operational systems that run our world, delivering the first IdP focused on machines. Today’s significant investment from SineWave, Razor’s Edge, and Ten Eleven Ventures represents a strong vote of confidence in the Corsha team and platform and a strong belief in the value we deliver for our customers.” “Corsha has already proven we can support some of the most challenging technology stacks in the U.S. public sector — including for the U.S. Air Force — and we are thrilled to use this funding to bring our platform to more organisations globally.” Machine-first security “As machines begin to outnumber humans as actors on operational networks and the cloud, Corsha's ability to securely identify these non-human actors and control their access to systems and data enables exciting new ways to securely get things done,” said Pat Muio, Partner at Sinewave Ventures. “It is a solution that is urgently needed.” Go-to-market expansion Corsha plans to use the funding for a variety of objectives, including: Expanding the company’s Go-to-Market team to help more customers in the operational systems, critical infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors Launching Corsha Labs, a physical and digital research space to showcase Corsha’s “shop floor to cloud” expertise and take the platform to the next level Scaling the use of AI/ML in the Corsha “m-IdP” to expand our agentless behavioral identities as well as adaptive identity and access management (IAM) for M2M communication Momentum milestones The funding builds upon Corsha’s already robust momentum, including: 100% YoY ARR by growth An authorisation to operate with the U.S. Government in critical manufacturing environments The addition of Jeff Hudson, CEO Emeritus of Venafi - a CyberArk company, to Corsha’s Board of Directors

Corsha Inc., a Washington D.C.-based cybersecurity firm, known for its innovative Identity Provider for Machines of all kinds, has been awarded a new contract through a competitive RFP released by the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) for the Department of Energy (DOE). Corsha will join a diverse team led by Michigan Tech University, collaborating with experienced organisations in manufacturing, cybersecurity, and sustainability. Cybersecurity playbook The aim of the project’s Industrial Use Case is to demonstrate a secure digitalisation of a small-to-medium manufacturer’s (SMM) existing equipment to improve energy efficiency through a cybersecurity playbook and program. Smart Manufacturing implementations can be effective in helping achieve positive economic impact only if the systems are secure, interoperable, low complexity, cost-effective, and technically sustainable.  Corsha Platform Corsha Platform will provide the cybersecurity measures to securely connect the digitised data The thermal curing process of the FRP rebar at Neuvokas Corp in Ahmeek, MI will be the focus of the Michigan Tech-led project. By digitising and securing Neuvokas’ digitised composite rebar conveyor oven curing process, the project will demonstrate and share the significant improvements in process feedback, quality control, throughput, and energy efficiency. The Corsha Platform will provide the cybersecurity measures to securely connect the digitised information across the transformed Neuvokas digital thread.  Dr. Vinh Nguyen at Michigan Tech University will lead the project and serve as Principal Investigator: “I’m excited to lead a real-world project inclusive to academia, industry, and the public sector who represent the stakeholders needed to meet the goals of US manufacturing,” Dr. Nguyen said. “We’re seeing rapid advancements in manufacturing technologies and need to make sure we’re measuring ourselves to cost-effectiveness, security, and sustainability metrics.” Digital ecosystem Corsha’s platform will be critical to managing access to the digital thread at Neuvokas Corp. developed on this project. “Manufacturers want to move to a more digital ecosystem but often find that transformation daunting,” said Eric Kumar, Head of Customer Success at Corsha. “We love to help our customers implement the right identity and access management measures to bring data assurance and confidence in connectivity they need to jump into Industry 4.0.” “We are thrilled to collaborate with Michigan Tech, Neuvokas Corp, and CyManII on an important priority for the Department of Energy,” said Anusha Iyer, CEO and Founder of Corsha. “Our goal is to show that cyber can act as a bridge to protect and even better -- enhance the operational efficiency of small and medium manufacturers.”

Corsha Inc., a Washington D.C.-based cybersecurity firm, known for its innovative Identity Provider for Machines, pioneering the way in Machine-to-Machine (M2M) security solutions, has been awarded an SBIR Phase III contract by the United States Air Force Sustainment Centre (AFSC).  This initiative will focus on developing a blueprint for streamlining how to get Authority to Operate (ATO) and Interim Authority to Test (IATT) certifications for new technologies on the Industrial Depot Maintenance (IDM) shop floor. This effort aims to enhance the introduction of new technologies into operational technology (OT) networks propelling the Air Force into Industry 4.0. Advancing innovation and cybersecurity “We are excited to support the United States Air Force Sustainment Centre on this important initiative that represents a pivotal step towards simultaneously advancing innovation and cybersecurity of operational technology systems,” said Anusha Iyer, CEO & Founder, Corsha. “Developing a blueprint for getting ATO certifications will set a new standard for security efficiency and resilience within the Air Forces Industrial Depot Maintenance (IDM) networks while accelerating technology adoption on the manufacturing shop floor.” SBIR Phase II and TACFI programs The team is uniquely positioned to perform this work due to its successful outcomes Corsha will be collaborating with System Innovation, LLC to jointly bring deep cybersecurity and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) expertise to the AFSC. The team is uniquely positioned to perform this work due to its successful outcomes on prior and current SBIR Phase II and TACFI programs.  They are already integrating systems for enforcing strict identity and access management security for connecting AFSC OT and IT systems. As part of these efforts, Corsha’s platform efficiently achieved the pivotal Interim Authority to Test (IATT) with production shop floor equipment at the AFSC Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (ALC).  Corsha’s Zero Trust Security Platform Corsha has been working with AFSC to securely connect digital engineering systems and operational technology (OT) enclaves. Current efforts are leveraging Corsha’s Zero Trust Security Platform for Machines to automate the secure transfer of data directly from controllers, both modern and legacy alike.   The data includes real-time telemetry and backups and can now be securely transmitted automatically into data repositories easing the burden on OT operators. This enhanced secure connectivity supports AFSC IDM modernisation efforts around supply chain management, manufacturing, and data-sharing activities.