Nick Bilogorskiy

Overview

Nick Bilogorskiy is a seasoned entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert, known for his leadership roles in technology companies and his commitment to supporting early-stage startups. He co-founded Dnipro VC, a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, focusing on investments in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity sectors. Additionally, he serves as the founder and chairman of Nova Ukraine, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and increasing awareness about Ukraine in the United States. Under his leadership, Nova Ukraine has raised over $130 million since its inception in 2014, assisting vulnerable populations and promoting Ukrainian culture. In his professional career, Bilogorskiy has held significant positions in major technology companies. He was the Director of Security Intelligence, Trust and Safety at Google from 2019 to 2023, leading a global team focused on user safety. Prior to that, he was the Chief Malware Researcher at Meta (formerly Facebook), where he played a pivotal role in combating cyber threats targeting the platform. He also co-founded Cyphort, a cybersecurity startup acquired by Juniper Networks in 2017, and held leadership roles at Fortinet and SonicWall. As an angel investor, Bilogorskiy has been actively involved in supporting early-stage technology companies, particularly those in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things sectors. His investment portfolio includes companies such as Petcube, People.ai, and Uber. His strategic focus is on startups that demonstrate strong technical foundations and innovative solutions in their respective fields. His extensive experience in cybersecurity and technology entrepreneurship informs his investment decisions, aiming to foster growth and innovation in the tech industry.