Security for the connected world
Discover our story, meet the people behind the work, and see how we’re shaping the future of cybersecurity.
OuR MISSION
Embedding self-sustaining security solutions that last, so your company can trade uncertainty for peak efficiency.
Leaders in cybersecurity
Our story
Building the immune system of digital life
Exein is a global leader in embedded IoT cybersecurity, headquartered in Rome with offices in Germany, Taiwan, and the US. Founded in 2018 by CEO Gianni Cuozzo, Exein was born from a mission to secure the rapidly expanding IoT and control systems sectors, where over 90% of firmware was vulnerable.
Today, our solutions embed advanced security directly into device software, leveraging edge AI for real-time threat detection and response. Protecting over 1 billion devices daily across industries like industrial, automotive, and aerospace, Exein is setting the global standard for embedded cybersecurity—building the digital immune system for a connected world.
"Embedded security at the device level is fundamental, and we are proud to support manufacturers in providing the highest levels of security, offering them confidence in knowing they are compliant with the latest security legislation."
Combining decades of industry knowledge and experience
Meet the team
Chief Executive OffiCer
Gianni Cuozzo
Chief TECHNOLOGY OffiCer
Giovanni Alberto Falcione
Chief FINANCIAL OffiCer
Gerardo Gagliardo
Chief Commercial Officer
Gary Walshe
Head of Marketing
Diana Rabba
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Recognition from the Industry
Great Place to Work (Italy)
Certified
Exein is certified as a Great Place to Work in Italy, based on positive employee feedback regarding credibility, respect, equity, pride, and cohesion.
Embedded World Awards
Best in Show - Security, 2023
Received at Embedded World 2023 by Embedded Computing Design, recognizing Exein's innovation in embedded security.
Embedded Award Nominee, 2024
Received two nominations in 2024, continuing their recognition in safety and security.
Embedded Award Nominee, 2023
Nominated for the Embedded Award in the Safety & Security category.
Participant, Embedded World 2025
Exhibited their platform and capabilities, though no award was received this year.
VivaTech 2025 (Paris)
Short-listed Finalist
Innovation of the Year Award. Selected among the top 30 startups for innovation, creativity, market disruption, and scalability.
Sifted Leaderboards
Sifted 100 (2025)
#22 in France and Southern Europe
Sifted 250 (2024)
Included in the list of Europe’s fastest-growing startups for strong revenue CAGR.
Sifted 50 Southern Europe (2024)
Recognized as one of the top 50 fastest-growing startups in Southern Europe.