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Pluto Security raises $42M to manage enterprise AI risks · 1 source tracked

Pluto Security has secured $42 million in funding to address the growing security risks associated with enterprise adoption of AI tools. The company's platform monitors AI agents and employee-created applications, identifying potential threats and enforcing security policies without hindering AI usage. CEO Shahar Bahat noted that non-developers, particularly in finance departments, are a significant source of these risks, with AI tools often being integrated into company systems rapidly. AI

IMPACT Accelerates enterprise adoption of AI tools by providing necessary security guardrails.

RANK_REASON Funding round of $42M for a startup addressing AI security risks. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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Pluto Security raises $42M to manage enterprise AI risks · 1 source tracked

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  1. TechCrunch AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Ram Iyer ·

    Pluto Security raises $42M as AI gives enterprise security teams a new headache

    Pluto Security has raised $42 million Jump Capital, TLV Partners, Ansa Capital and angel investors.