Backslash

Building the next-generation application security for the AI coding era

Backslash
Sector
Cybersecurity
Location
Tel Aviv
Investment Year
2026
Stage
Series A 

The problem

AI is fundamentally changing how software is built. By 2028, the majority of enterprise developers will rely on AI code assistants, driving a massive increase in code output - and with it, a surge in new risks and vulnerabilities. At the same time, regulatory frameworks in Europe and the US are rewriting accountability for software defects, making security a business-critical requirement rather than a best practice. The challenge is no longer detecting vulnerabilities - it’s enabling software developers to run at the speed of AI, while reducing risk, enforcing security policies, and meeting compliance requirements.

The solution

Backslash secures the entire vibe coding stack and lifecycle. The Backslash platform leverages the capabilities of modern IDEs and coding agents such as Cursor, Claude Code, Gemini Code Assist, Windsurf, and GitHub Copilot to provide visibility, governance, and protection across AI developer environments. It also monitors use of MCP servers while ensuring that AI-generated application development adheres to security best practices and compliance requirements, reducing risks and exposures. With Backslash, organisations can safely accelerate their use of AI in software development, achieving new efficiencies, becoming more agile, and maintaining competitive advantage.

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