Almure Secures ¥200 Million in Seed Funding
Almure, a startup specializing in confidential computing-based security infrastructure for AI agents, announced on April 16, 2026, that it has successfully raised ¥200 million in a seed funding round. The round was led by Genesia Ventures, with participation from Dual Bridge Capital and the NEX-T Tokai Innovation Fund, which is jointly operated by Prime Partners and Tokai Tokyo Securities.
Company and Funding Details
Almure, founded by Atsuki Momose, who also serves as the CEO, focuses on developing secure environments for enterprise data processing. The company provides a platform that allows AI agents to handle confidential information while adhering to stringent security compliance requirements. This is particularly critical in sectors such as finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and defense.
The company's technology leverages confidential computing and Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) to create an isolated and encrypted execution environment. By using advanced technologies like Confidential VM and Hardware Enclave, Almure aims to achieve a balance between robust encryption key management and the flexibility required for sophisticated AI processing.
Strategic Use of Funds
The newly acquired funds are earmarked for several key areas:
- Research and Development: Almure plans to intensify its research and development efforts in confidential computing technology.
- Product Development: The company will accelerate the development of its security infrastructure specifically designed for enterprise AI agents.
- Organizational Growth: Part of the funding will be used to recruit new talent and strengthen the organizational structure of the company.
Impact on the Market
With the seed funding, Almure aims to lower the cost barriers associated with security compliance, which currently hinder the adoption of AI agents in enterprise settings. By advancing its technology, the company seeks to contribute to the wider adoption and maturity of AI solutions in various industries.
Leadership Insight
Founder and CEO Atsuki Momose emphasized the importance of this funding round in achieving Almure's goals. "With this investment, we can further our mission to provide secure and efficient AI solutions for enterprises," he said.
This funding round marks a significant step for Almure as it continues to develop its cutting-edge security infrastructure for AI applications, positioning itself as a key player in the confidential computing space.
