
Alex Salazar
CEO and co-founder of Arcade.dev, experienced in developer products and authentication platforms, now focused on making AI agents production-ready and defining tooling/governance for agent systems.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 58min
Tool definitions are the new Prompt Engineering
In this discussion, guests Chiara Caratelli and Alex Salazar dive into the intricacies of AI agent tooling. Chiara shares insights from her work at Prosus, focusing on UX and the challenges of clarity in tool definitions, highlighting how ambiguity can lead to edge cases. Alex contrasts traditional APIs with dynamic tools that capture agent intentions to minimize latency. Together, they explore the balance of tool usage, governance, and the future of multi-agent systems, advocating for a structured approach to ensure efficient production-ready AI agents.

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Sep 9, 2025 • 1h 2min
Your AI demo is a lie (and how to make it real) | Arcade’s Alex Salazar
Join Alex Salazar, CEO of Arcade and an expert in secure AI tools, as he dives into the pitfalls of flashy AI demos versus production-ready systems. He reveals the 'demo killers' that lead to project failures, like inconsistency and security flaws. Alex shares a surprising solution—dialing up determinism in AI tools—showing how constrained tasks can enhance reliability. This engaging talk is a must-listen for anyone wanting their AI to act securely and effectively in real-world applications.

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Oct 6, 2025 • 50min
Going Beyond Chat with Alex From Arcade | EP83
Join Alex Salazar, the founder and CEO of Arcade.dev, a platform revolutionizing the creation of secure AI agents. Alex shares his journey from founding Stormpath to navigating the challenges of production-grade AI tools. He dives into the importance of authorization in agent projects and why early adoption is seen in large enterprises. Discover the innovative Modal Contextual Protocol (MCP) that enhances AI tool integration, plus why businesses should start experimenting with agent technology now to stay competitive in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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Apr 1, 2025 • 39min
Authentication, Authorization, And The Future Of AI Security With Alex Salazar
In this engaging discussion, Alex Salazar, founder and CEO of Arcade, shares his extensive experience in security from his time at Okta and Stormpath. He dives into the evolution of authentication and authorization in an AI-driven world. Discover how AI agents change security dynamics and why identity is the new perimeter. Alex also explores the risks of AI hallucinations and the importance of human oversight in automated processes. Don't miss insights on OAuth challenges and the transformative impact of AI on productivity.

Aug 6, 2025 • 53min
#277 Alex Salazar: Arcade's Vision to Make AI Agents Secure and Scalable
In this discussion, Alex Salazar, co-founder and CEO of Arcade.dev, shares insights from his impressive background, including roles at Okta and Stormpath. He explains the critical need for secure infrastructure in AI agents, addressing why many fall short of real-world application. Salazar highlights how Arcade enables seamless integration with tools like Gmail and Notion while maintaining user-specific authorization. He also emphasizes the importance of developer-centric solutions and the broader implications of AI agents in the workforce, drawing parallels to the internet boom.


