Dallas AI and Protecto.ai Announce Partnership

Exciting collaboration between Protecto.ai and Dallas AI aims to foster secure and ethical AI innovations in Dallas-Fort Worth. Learn about our community-driven initiatives, including workshops, hackathons, and educational resources at
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Amar Kanagaraj
Founder and CEO of Protecto

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Dallas, TX – April 30, 2024 – Protecto.ai, a pioneer in AI data privacy and security solutions, alongside Dallas AI, the leading AI professional group in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, are excited to announce a partnership where Protecto will become an annual sponsor of Dallas AI. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development of secure and ethical AI technologies, while providing robust support to the local developer community through education, resources, and networking opportunities.

Amar Kanagaraj, CEO of Protecto.ai, highlighted the community-focused aspect of the alliance: “Our partnership with Dallas AI is not just about advancing technology but also about strengthening the fabric of the local AI community. We’re here to support developers with the tools and insights they need to ensure AI innovation is secure, ethical, and responsible.”

Aamer Charania, the President of Dallas AI expressed enthusiasm for the sponsorship. “Exciting to welcome AI pioneers like Protecto among Dallas AI sponsors! Appreciate the community spirit of Protecto that believe in our mission of transforming Dallas into a vibrant hub for AI and want to help us with cutting edge, quality education on Responsible AI”.

Protik Mukhopadhyay, COO of Protecto.ai, added, “Aligning with Dallas AI helps us create a central hub for responsible AI development in Dallas. Our commitment goes beyond technology; it’s about nurturing a community where AI professionals can thrive and innovate safely and responsibly.”

This partnership will activate through a series of community-focused initiatives, including mentorship programs, community hackathons, and collaborative projects that invite AI practitioners to work together on real-world challenges. Additionally, regular seminars, workshops, and a rich array of resources will be available to educate and support AI professionals in prioritizing data privacy and security in their projects.

For more details on this partnership and upcoming community events, please visit our websites at Protecto and Dallas-AI

 

About Dallas AI:  The largest 501(c)(3), nonprofit AI forum in North Texas with over 5,000 members. Its mission is to help Dallas become a vibrant hub for AI via providing quality avenues for professional learning and networking. Sponsoring Dallas AI does not constitute an endorsement of Protecto by Dallas AI or vice versa. For more information, visit: Dallas-AI.org

Amar Kanagaraj
Founder and CEO of Protecto
Amar Kanagaraj, Founder and CEO of Protecto, is a visionary leader in privacy, data security, and trust in the emerging AI-centric world, with over 20 years of experience in technology and business leadership.Prior to Protecto, Amar co-founded Filecloud, an enterprise B2B software startup, where he put it on a trajectory to hit $10M in revenue as CMO.

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