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Tailscale has reached general availability

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David Carney
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Tailscale, a company founded with the aim of simplifying computer networking, has reached general availability and secured a $3 million seed round led by Heavybit, with participation from Uncork Capital and various angel investors. The company addresses the complexities of modern networking and security, particularly for remote workforces, by leveraging WireGuard to create a secure, portable, and incrementally deployable mesh VPN. This VPN integrates seamlessly with existing identity management systems, enabling secure connections across physical locations and enhancing application accessibility with features like two-factor authentication. Tailscale's approach eliminates traditional network bottlenecks and complexities, allowing users to establish private networks with ease, and has successfully gained traction with early adopters, including VersaBank as its first paying customer. The company plans to continue refining its tools to support teams of all sizes and enhance its offerings through regular updates and community engagement.