Hakimo Secures $10.5 Million Series A, Launches AI Operator for Physical Security

MENLO PARK, CA – Hakimo, an AI-powered physical security monitoring company, has successfully closed a $10.5 million Series A funding round in March 2025. This significant investment is set to accelerate the company's product development and expand its AI-powered security solutions, including the newly launched Hakimo AI Operator, designed to redefine physical security operations.B Angel investor Prasanna Srikhanta, an early backer of Hakimo, marked the development with a concise social media post. On August 15, 2025, Srikhanta tweeted:

"Approved https://t.co/XtMty0xli"

This comes after his initial angel investment in Hakimo's $4 million seed round in November 2021, signaling continued positive sentiment towards the company's trajectory and recent achievements.

Founded in 2020 by Sam Joseph and Sagar Honnungar, Hakimo specializes in bringing cybersecurity-like tools to the physical security industry. Its platform leverages artificial intelligence, computer vision, and data analytics to automate security monitoring, significantly reduce false alarms, and enhance the detection of threats such as tailgating. The technology integrates seamlessly with existing security infrastructures, including ONVIF-compliant cameras and various access control systems.

The Series A funding round was co-led by Vertex Ventures and Zigg Capital, with additional participation from RXR Arden Digital Ventures, Defy.vc, and Gokul Rajaram. Hakimo plans to deploy the capital to further accelerate the development of its AI solutions, scale its operations, and meet the increasing demand for advanced physical security technologies.

Hakimo's advancements, particularly with the AI Operator, position it at the forefront of a rapidly evolving market. The company aims to provide autonomous security monitoring capabilities that can operate 24/7, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional security guard services while improving overall security posture and compliance for enterprises.