lightning speed

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Cybersecurity startup Ent has raised $100 million in seed funding to help companies gauge unusual behavior on desktops, laptops and other devices, shutting down potential data risks at lightning speed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Having made a name for himself by using his lightning speed to get on the end of scores, Bielle-Biarrey has far more to his game.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Some will be able to come back more quickly than others, but this doesn’t happen with lightning speed.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

“November to January is lightning speed for the court to hear and publish a major opinion,” Christensen said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

The centaur’s fingers prodded the keyboard with lightning speed.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer