The fund will focus on quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and microelectronics, all of which CEO Gilman Louie sees as critical to cybersecurity and U.S. national security.

As budgets for cybersecurity services increase, investors continue to pump money into the industry. And innovation by startups is perpetually drawing attention.

Barkat Ventures has a low profile outside Iran.

Major industrial organizations are signaling that state-affiliated hackers will be a persistent threat for years to come.

There's interest in security technologies that are quick and easy to install, though.

Fewer deals could result in more money for the companies that do secure venture funding.