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Deep-tech investor focused on quantum computing and cybersecurity; founded Cambridge Quantum Computing in 2014, which merged with Honeywell Quantum Solutions in 2021 to form Quantinuum.

Ilyas Khan invests at Series A. Sesamers tracks 1 portfolio company across 1 round. Its most recent tracked deal: Fortaegis, Sep 2026.

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F Fortaegis Series A · 2026 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Fortaegis Amsterdam, Netherlands Read the announcement → Series A Participant Sep 2026 €43.3M

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September 14, 2026

Fortaegis raises $50M Series A to bake security into silicon
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