DefensX Brings Enterprise Web Browser Security to the Masses With New AI Capabilities and Strategic Growth Investment

Solves the Small Business and Midsize Enterprise AI Workspace Security Threat

NEW YORK, N.Y. — July 29, 2026 — DefensX, a leading provider of secure web browser solutions that turn any browser into a zero-trust AI workspace, today announced the expansion of its platform and the close of a growth investment by Elsewhere Partners to ensure companies of all sizes can effectively navigate the increasingly complex threat landscape of the artificial intelligence (AI) workspace.

“We are doubling down on our mission to bring first-class AI governance and security tools to the MSP community and expansive SME space, extending enterprise-grade protection to where work actually happens,” said DefensX Founder and CEO Halis Osman Erkan. “There is growing demand for browser-native security, AI governance, and secure agentic workflows. Our solutions will help MSPs turn secure AI adoption into a meaningful new revenue opportunity and help companies of all sizes stay agile, compliant, and resilient by properly protecting their data as workspaces continue to evolve.”

The browser has become both the primary workplace and the primary vulnerability target for the modern enterprise. Traditional endpoint and network defenses were not designed for SaaS, remote work, and AI-assisted workflows, leaving a widening gap between where sensitive data lives and how it is protected. Purpose built for managed services providers (MSPs) and small and medium-sized enterprises(SMEs), DefensX closes the gap at the point of access, inside the browser itself—giving organizations visibility into how employees use AI and securing that use with real-time enforcement, all without a separate application or added friction.

As countless SMEs feed into giant organizations in all industries, security vulnerabilities across the supply chain must be addressed regardless of restrictive security budgets and resources. To defend organizations against phishing, credential theft, remote access and the new class of risks introduced by generative AI, DefensX unifies AI governance, zero-trust file and phishing protection, policy-driven data loss prevention with real-time inspection of sensitive data and zero-trust secure remote access for 7,000+ SMEs worldwide delivered through a partner ecosystem of 500+ leading MSPs and distributors.

DefensX now delivers comprehensive, enterprise-grade browser security to SMEs. Expanding its web browser security suite, its newly launched AI Cloud Connector securely isolates AI application traffic and browser-based AI workflows from local and last-mile access networks to support compliance, governance, and data protection requirements.

"DefensX has built a world-class product that customers love, especially as they look to establish AI guardrails within their organizations. We are thrilled to support the leadership team as they seek to deepen their reach with MSPs and cultivate direct sales to help thousands more companies establish zero-trust access to secure AI workspaces," noted Nick Stoffregen, Partner, Elsewhere Partners. As part of the financing, Stoffregen will join DefensX's board of directors.

With this strategic investment, DefensX will leverage the deep expertise and extensive network of Elsewhere Operating Partners and Advisors to expand market reach, accelerate go-to-market efforts, and build out its product development and customer success teams. The company will continue to deepen its channel-first model while also expanding into new markets and use cases, extending its browser-native security platform to a broader base of organizations and the partners that serve them.

To learn more about DefensX solutions and customer successes, please visit https://www.defensx.com/product/.

About DefensX

DefensX delivers browser-native security that transforms any browser into a zero-trust workspace. By combining zero-trust file and phishing protection, policy-driven data loss prevention with real-time inspection of sensitive data and zero-trust secure remote access, DefensX protects organizations against phishing, credential theft, data exposure, and emerging AI-driven threats, all without disrupting the end-user experience. Delivered through a growing ecosystem of managed service providers and distribution partners, DefensX supports more than 500 MSP partners and protects over 7,000 customers worldwide, keeping them agile, compliant, and resilient. For more information, visit www.defensx.com.

About Elsewhere Partners

Elsewhere Partners, a tech-focused private equity firm, invests in growth-ready lower middle market software companies around the globe. Elsewhere’s team of experienced investors and software operators tailor growth plans for each unique portfolio company and offer complementary support across go-to-market, product, talent, finance, and strategy functions. Based in Austin, TX, Elsewhere has invested in 19 companies throughout North America, Europe and Israel since its inception in 2016. To learn more, visit https://elsewhere.partners.