Reality Defender, a fast-growing startup fighting deepfakes, has received new strategic investments from BNY, Samsung Next, and Fusion Fund. The company offers powerful AI tools that detect fake media in real time—helping businesses and institutions stay ahead of deepfake-driven fraud.
Deepfakes Are Rising—And So Are the Risks
Founded in 2021, Reality Defender was built to stop AI-generated threats before they cause real damage. From voice impersonation in call centers to fake identities in video calls, the risks are growing fast. Deepfake attacks occurred every five minutes in 2024, according to Entrust. Even more alarming, 40% of biometric fraud now involves deepfakes.
Reality Defender tackles this crisis with smart, real-time detection that works across voice, video, and images. Their tech protects communication systems used by banks, governments, and top enterprises worldwide.
BNY: “This Technology Is Critical for Finance”
BNY’s involvement highlights how urgent this issue has become for financial institutions. “Deepfakes can compromise core communication systems and shake public trust,” said Marianna Lopert-Schaye, Managing Director of Strategic Investments at BNY. “Our partnership with Reality Defender reflects our commitment to securing financial transactions with cutting-edge tools.”
Samsung Next: “Trust in Digital Communication Must Be Preserved”
Samsung Next is equally concerned about the growing threat. “AI-generated content is evolving quickly,” said Raymond Liao, Managing Director. “We believe Reality Defender’s approach is essential for keeping digital communication secure and trustworthy. Their multimodal system detects deepfakes as they happen—and that’s key.
Fusion Fund: “The Future of Digital Trust Depends on This”
Fusion Fund’s Lu Zhang also emphasized the broader risks. “Deepfakes are eroding trust in our digital world,” she said. “Reality Defender doesn’t just solve today’s problems—it prepares for tomorrow’s attacks. That’s why we’re backing this mission.”
Recognition and Industry Momentum
Reality Defender was named Most Innovative Company at the 2024 RSA Innovation Sandbox, a major endorsement of its market-leading technology. This new funding will help the company grow its global reach and expand its protective services to more sectors.
While investment terms remain undisclosed, the strategic value of these partnerships is clear. With top-tier backers and a clear mission, Reality Defender is positioned to lead the fight against one of the most dangerous uses of AI.
