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Atlan: The Indian-Origin Startup Building the Trust Layer for Enterprise AI

Atlan, founded by Indian-origin entrepreneurs, develops a data trust platform for enterprise AI.

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NRI HeraldJuly 4, 2026
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Atlan: The Indian-Origin Startup Building the Trust Layer for Enterprise AI

Atlan, a startup co-founded by Indian-origin entrepreneurs Prukalpa Sankar and Varun Banka, is building a data trust layer for enterprise artificial intelligence. The company aims to help organizations manage and govern their data to ensure reliability and compliance in AI applications.

The startup's platform focuses on data cataloging, lineage, and governance, enabling businesses to understand their data assets and maintain trust in AI-driven decisions. Atlan has gained traction among enterprises seeking to operationalize AI responsibly.

Atlan has raised significant funding from investors including Sequoia Capital India and Insight Partners. The company is headquartered in the United States with a development center in India.

The founders previously built SocialCops, a data platform for social impact, before pivoting to Atlan to address the growing need for data trust in enterprise AI.

Tech desk · July 4, 2026
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