Riverside Acceleration Capital has led a $16.5 million equity investment in heyData GmbH to support its growth in IT security and privacy compliance solutions across Europe.

Target Company Overview

Riverside Acceleration Capital (RAC) is excited to announce its recent equity investment in heyData GmbH, a premier provider of IT security and privacy compliance solutions targeted at small and mid-sized enterprises. With a funding round totaling $16.5 million, RAC has taken the lead to foster heyData's product expansion and enhance its footprint in the European market.

This investment marks a continuation of RAC’s partnership with heyData, having previously engaged in a growth lending initiative in June 2025. This exemplifies RAC’s unique capability to support enterprises at various growth stages, enabling them to realize their potential.

Industry Overview

The IT security and compliance sector is witnessing significant growth in Europe, driven by the increasing importance of data protection regulations such as GDPR. As businesses face an array of compliance requirements, the demand fo