Manchester-based Aruga Cyber is celebrating a year of rapid growth as it expands across the UK and launches new AI-powered services.

Founded in 2024 by former Royal Navy submariner David Taylor and ex-British Army co-founder Daniel Long, the cybersecurity company has developed automation technology that is said to be able to contain threats in just 60 seconds, giving SMEs access to enterprise-grade protection without the cost of running their own security operations centre.

In the past year, the business has grown to six staff, secured more than 10 enterprise clients, opened a new office in Luton and joined Greater Manchester’s delegation welcoming the Japanese ambassador for a Sister City agreement with Osaka.

Its next step is launching Cyber Compass, a free AI-powered tool that instantly delivers tailored cyber resilience reports.