Washington, D.C. – Paladin Capital Group, the multi-stage investor in AI, cyber and deep technology, applauds the major technology companies taking a stand and calling for collective action against AI-powered threats. This past Thursday, August 27, 2026, leading AI and cybersecurity companies released an open letter stating that the private and public sectors must shore up critical weaknesses and coordinate defense efforts against AI-enabled attacks.
For 25 years, Paladin has been at the forefront of investing in innovative technologies and platforms that protect the critical infrastructure Americans depend on each day. When Michael Steed and Mark Maloney founded Paladin in 2001, they recognized the vital role that collaboration between industry and government would play in addressing cyber and national security challenges. That mission continues today as Paladin identifies and invests in solutions that help strengthen our nation’s cyber defenses and critical infrastructure.
“The open letter released last week underscores a critical truth: the threat landscape of the next decade will be defined by AI-powered attacks. At Paladin, we’ve long appreciated that AI development will pose both the greatest challenges and the most significant opportunities for our nation,” said Michael Steed, Paladin Capital Group Founder and Managing Partner. “The time to act is now, and we support this broad coalition of industry leaders calling for lasting improvements in digital security. Paladin stands ready to continue investing in and supporting the companies and talent that will lead this defensive transformation.”
About Paladin Capital Group
Paladin Capital Group is a multi-stage, dual-use investor that specializes in identifying, supporting and investing in innovative companies that develop promising, early-stage technologies to address the critical AI, cyber and deep tech needs of both commercial and government customers.
Combining proven investment experience with deep expertise in global security, AI, cyber technology and cutting-edge research, Paladin has invested in more than 90 companies since 2008 and has been a trusted partner to investors, entrepreneurs and governments for over two decades.
Founded in 2001, Paladin is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in New York City, Silicon Valley, London and Luxembourg.
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