The Oblivious story began at the University of Oxford, where our founders, Jack Fitzsimons and Robert Pisarczyk, met during their doctorate research. Engaged in machine learning, quantum computing and cryptography, they encountered a recurring challenge: the need to protect sensitive information while making essential data accessible. They saw a critical gap in the market, one that traditional methods couldn’t address.

Instead of writing academic papers, they decided to create a solution themselves.

From the beginning, we envisioned tools that foster trust and collaboration across industries, ensuring that confidential information remains secure and protected. Early support from organisations like the United Nations and investor backing from Enterprise Ireland, the European Space Agency, and the University of Oxford, among others, highlighted the potential of our technology.

Our growth has been rapid, expanding from a mere vision to a multinational team spread all around the world.

Our mission goes beyond creating security solutions. We aim to build a privacy-conscious community through events, competitions, and initiatives, encouraging innovation and promoting the widespread adoption of PETs.

By embedding privacy into everyday data practices, we strive to fundamentally change how businesses manage and protect information, ensuring a safer, more secure digital world.