Proton has a strong foundation in privacy-focused products, including ProtonMail, and aims to continue its mission with the support of the Proton Foundation.
Organizations Involved
None
Founders
Andy Yen, Jason Stockman, Dingchao Lu
Company Description
Proton, the Swiss company behind a suite of privacy-focused apps such as ProtonMail, has transitioned to a new nonprofit foundation model. The newly established Proton Foundation serves as the main shareholder to the existing corporate entity, Proton AG, which continues as a for-profit company under the Foundation. Proton aims to be self-sustainable without relying on donations, grants, or commercial tie-ups with corporations.