Runlayer Launches MCP AI Security Startup with $11M

Runlayer Launches MCP AI Security Startup with $11M

What Is Runlayer and Why It Matters? Runlayer, a new MCP AI agent security startup, officially launched with $11 million in seed funding from Khosla Ventures’ Keith Rabois and Felicis. Founded by serial entrepreneur Andrew Berman, Runlayer is already securing eight unicorns, including Gusto, dbt Labs, Instacart, and Opendoor. The startup focuses on protecting AI agents that use the Model Context Protocol (MCP), which allows AI to access, move, and execute data autonomously. Image Credits:Runlayer How Runlayer Secures MCP AI Agents The MCP protocol is widely adopted by OpenAI, Microsoft, AWS, Google, and thousands of tech companies. However, it lacks robust security by default. Runlayer addresses this gap by providing specialized security solutions for AI agents, ensuring sensitive data and enterprise systems remain safe while AI operates independently. Berman emphasizes, “AI is only as useful as the tools and resources it can securely access.” Who Are Runlayer’s Key Backers and Customers? R…