Company: Nuke From Orbit
Founder: James O’Sullivan
Website: https://nuke.app/
About Nuke From Orbit
Nuke From Orbit is a security app designed to protect your finances and personal data after a smartphone theft. It revolutionises mobile security by instantly invalidating stolen data – cancelling bank cards, securing digital accounts, and blocking the device’s SIM card in one quick action. The app integrates seamlessly with major banks, card providers, mobile networks, and other services to deliver fast, secure protection.
Founded in 2023, after my phone was stolen and I lost thousands of pounds, I realised how powerless most people are in this situation. With a background in tech, it struck me as absurd that there wasn’t an easy way to shut down everything, from bank cards to email and social media, all in one go.
Smartphones are increasingly dominating our daily lives but it’s difficult to protect yourself quickly when stolen. That’s why we developed a smartphone security platform that acts like a digital panic button, allowing users to lock down their personal data in moments of crisis.
With the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act and recent government pledges to curb phone theft, the need for comprehensive smartphone security is urgent.
Since our launch in summer 2023, we’ve secured £500K in pre-seed funding and are preparing to roll out our app to consumers next year. Our partner portal is now live, which is crucial for expanding our service. We’ve already partnered with financial institutions and mobile network operators, and we’re looking to collaborate with social media networks, De-Fi platforms, hotels, airlines, and any service that relies on mobile apps for access.
Our website features a waiting list, allowing consumers and businesses to sign up. Building a community is vital, as there’s safety in numbers—we encourage users to share the app with their networks.
While we’ve received positive feedback from potential partners, working with large organisations can be slow due to lengthy internal processes. However, the enthusiastic reception we’ve had from financial institutions and neobanks has been a significant win.
Securing funding has also been challenging given the economic climate. FinTech funding hit a low in 2023, but we successfully raised capital, showing confidence from investors in the strength of our business model and the growth potential despite tough conditions.
Raising awareness of mobile security has been one of our key achievements. I’ve shared my personal story on platforms like the BBC, Financial Times, and The Sun, pushing the importance of smartphone security. We’re also working on a campaign to further educate consumers and businesses about the risks to financial data and personally identifiable information (PII) stored on personal and corporate devices.
In 2025, mobile security must be a top priority for everyone. As more banking shifts to mobile devices and criminals become more sophisticated, financial institutions must work harder than ever to maintain consumer trust. They need to educate customers about suspicious activities like ‘shoulder surfing’ and phishing scams and strike the right balance between adding security layers and keeping services frictionless. These challenges underscore the need for widespread awareness of mobile phone safety.
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