Protecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that security should be built around the real-world needs of individuals, not just systems. Whether you’re a seasoned IT professional or someone with no technical background, our mission is to ensure that you’re never left vulnerable to the growing threats of ransomware and cyber extortion.
About Upsight
Our mission is to protect everyone from the threat of ransomware
Upsight.ai’s mission is to protect individuals from all walks of life—regardless of their technical expertise—from the ever-evolving threat of ransomware. Upsight.ai bridges the gap between complex cybersecurity tools and everyday usability. With a focus on inclusivity and innovation, Upsight.ai is reshaping the future of cybersecurity to ensure no one is left vulnerable.
Our Pillars
Engineered to disrupt ransomware operations
- Mission Focus: Disrupting Ransomware Economics
Upsight.ai is committed to dismantling the financial infrastructure that supports ransomware operations. By undermining the profitability of extortion-based attacks, the platform aims to make ransomware an unsustainable business model for cybercriminals.
- Strategic Approach: Blocking Data Exfiltration at the Source
The platform targets the earliest stages of attack—specifically, the use of stolen credentials—detecting and stopping threats before data can be exfiltrated or used for leverage. By neutralizing this initial vector, Upsight.ai prevents attackers from reaching the point where they can demand ransoms.
- Inclusive Protection: Empowering All Users
Designed for accessibility, Upsight.ai empowers individuals and organizations alike—regardless of technical expertise—with real-time defenses. This proactive model ensures comprehensive protection against ransomware while reducing the risk of extortion and data loss for everyone.
Security for People First
Our Approach
We take a people-first approach by focusing on the human entry points that attackers exploit—starting with stolen credentials. Our platform identifies and blocks threats before they escalate, preventing data exfiltration and breaking the extortion cycle before it begins. With intuitive design and automation at its core, our solution delivers enterprise-grade protection in a way that’s approachable and actionable for everyone.
Our Scope
Upsight.ai goes beyond traditional perimeter defenses. We cover a broad spectrum of vulnerabilities across digital identities, endpoints, and cloud environments, ensuring complete protection against credential misuse and data leakage. Whether you’re securing a global enterprise or a small team, we scale with you—delivering protection that’s always on and always working for you.
Our People
Behind our technology is a team of mission-driven experts from cybersecurity, product design, and threat intelligence. We combine decades of experience with a shared commitment to building solutions that are not only powerful, but human-centered. We don’t just defend systems—we protect people.
Leading the charge of our mission
Meet the leaders driving Upsight.ai’s mission to disrupt the ransomware economy and protect what matters most. With a sharp focus on stopping extortion and data theft at the source, our executive team brings together deep security expertise, strategic vision, and a passion for building accessible, impactful solutions. United by a commitment to dismantling the financial incentives behind cybercrime, they are shaping a future where ransomware is no longer a viable threat.
Dave Karp
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
25-year cybersecurity veteran, brings expertise in product strategy and go-to-market execution. Held leadership roles at Secure Code Warrior, Comodo, ShieldX, Digital Guardian, Cylance, and McAfee.
A Forbes Tech Council member, Marine Corps veteran, and University of Oklahoma graduate, Dave excels in driving innovation and security resilience.
Tracy Camp
Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder
Tracy has 17 years of experience delivering enterprise grade security starting at McAfee and then Carbon Black.
He led teams at Carbon Black delivering Carbon Blacks’ next-generation cloud EDR platform through their $2.1 billion acquisition by VMware. Tracy founded UpSight to deliver “security that works for people.”
Svetoslav Vassilev
Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder
Slavie brings over 17 years of cybersecurity experience to UpSight as the Co-Founder and CTO.
He led engineering teams at McAfee and Carbon Black with those organizations making impressive industry gains, including VMware’s $2.1 billion acquisition of Carbon Black. Slavie is now primed to fight AI with AI.
