March 18, 2025: Cybersecurity firm Protectt.ai a mobile application security and mobile threat defense provider, has secured ₹76 crore to augment product innovation, upgrade customer experience, and widen its presence in major markets that includes the United States, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Furthermore, the firm plans to develop new AI-driven security solutions and strengthen Protectt.ai’s research capabilities in mobile threat intelligence. “Cyber is a very dynamic market, we have to do advanced research to continuously enhance our products.” New operating systems, new devices, and new malware constantly impact organisations.” said Mimani of Protectt.ai
Protectt.ai is also setting up operations in the US and the UAE. “India will continue to be our innovation hub, but for scaling, we are establishing a presence in international markets,” he added. The company is also investing in cybersecurity talent, addressing the scarcity of product-focused security expertise in India.”
Protectt.ai covers over 300 million smartphones, securing more than 2 billion mobile app sessions every month. The firm’s security solutions are integrated into banking, insurance, fintech, stock exchange, and government mobile applications, helping to prevent over 200 million cyber threats monthly.
Protectt.ai targets new global markets for mobile security application adaption
Explaining the applications of its products Mimani said “Our security solutions operate at the endpoint—on consumer devices—protecting mobile banking apps, government services, and business applications from threats such as malware, identity fraud, and phishing attacks.”
Protectt.ai’s mobile security platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect and mitigate threats in real time. “We analyse metadata from 300 million+ smartphones to identify malware behaviours and predict cyber threats,” Mimani stated.
“By understanding device models and user behaviour patterns, we preemptively secure applications before attacks happen.” Additionally, the company serves as a compliance hub, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements from authorities such as the Reserve Bank of India, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, and the National Payments Corporation of India.”
The Series A funding round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners.
