Plakar Innovates Data Management with $3M Funding

Plakar, a Paris-based open-source solution provider for data backup and restoration, has announced the launch of its advanced data management platform. With $3 million in pre-seed funding led by Seedcamp and contributions from other investors, including angel investors like Olivier Pomel and Solomon Hykes, Plakar aims to transform traditional backup storage into an active, valuable resource. The company's technology facilitates efficient data protection, orchestrating various data types and enhancing operations for businesses, particularly those focused on AI. Plakar's platform offers features such as end-to-end encryption, data deduplication, compression, and interoperability across different storage environments. The funding will accelerate further platform development and scaling, as Plakar targets AI-driven startups and enterprises.