Jean-François GALLES

Our observation is clear: more and more AI models are being deployed locally, on-device and on-premise, across sectors such as defense, industry, healthcare, and autonomous mobility. These AI models are increasingly at risk of reverse engineering and theft! We are facing incredible situations where companies invest tens of millions of euros in AI development, and these models can be stolen in just a few minutes! That's why we developed a custom protection solution designed specifically to safeguard AI models from theft and unauthorized duplication. This solution was developed in collaboration with defense experts from Thales and the DGA (French Defense Procurement Agency). Skyld is a startup founded in 2023 by Marie P., a PhD in cryptography. We come from the INRIA Startup Studio and have been accelerated by the Berkeley SkyDeck program. Our team unites the worlds of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, bringing together experts from both fields. AI is a groundbreaking technology offering massive business potential, but our cybersecurity experience tells us that waiting to secure it is not an option! AI is everywhere, let’s secure it!