Katzenberg-Backed Digital Security Firm Raises $200 Million

  • Aura looking to capitalize on growing demand for cybersecurity
  • Massachusetts company plans to hire more than 200 employees
Jeffrey KatzenbergPhotographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg
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A digital security company backed by Hollywood heavyweight Jeffrey Katzenberg has raised $200 million in a funding round led by Madrone Capital Partners LLC.

Burlington, Massachusetts-based Aura is hoping to find a substantial space in a booming but crowded market for cybersecurity products. It introduced its flagship product in June which offers consumers “an easy-to-use, all-in-one, proactive digital security solution,” according to a company statement. Aura officials say they believe the relatively low subscription price will help differentiate them from competitors.