Formal: Revolutionizing Data Security with Intelligent Proxy

Formal: Revolutionizing Data Security with Intelligent Proxy

Formal, a Y Combinator-backed security startup, has emerged from stealth, introducing an innovative reverse-proxy designed to bolster the security of data stores and APIs. By strategically positioning itself within your virtual private cloud (VPC), Formal meticulously logs every request directed towards your sensitive data repositories, enabling the enforcement of stringent access policies. A Visionary Founder's Journey At the tender age of 24, Mokhtar Bacha, the visionary founder of Formal, has already made significant strides in the tech industry. His journey began at ConsenSys, where he gained invaluable experience while still a teenager. However, Bacha yearned for a more impactful endeavor, leading him to embark on his entrepreneurial path. At just 19, Bacha fearlessly applied to Y Combinator as a solo founder, launching Maytana, a cash management platform tailored for multinational startups. This early venture laid the groundwork for his subsequent foray into the realm of securi…