#338 From Silicon Valley to Global Impact: Buchi Reddy’s Journey in API Security

The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu

In this episode of the CTO Show, host Mehmet interviews Buchi Reddy, founder and CEO of Levo.ai, a proactive API security platform. Reddy shares his journey from India to Silicon Valley, the inception of Levo.ai, and the gaps he identified in API security which led him to start the company. With significant experience at AppDynamics and witnessing firsthand the challenges in securing applications post-development, Reddy emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures. Levo.ai aims to provide comprehensive API security by discovering vulnerabilities early, ensuring enterprises can secure their APIs effectively. Reddy also discusses the wide implications of API breaches in various industries and the technology behind Levo.ai, including their use of EBP (Extended Berkeley Packet Filtering) for seamless data capture and machine learning for data classification. Reddy's vision for Levo.ai encompasses reducing the gap between innovation and security, advocating for a strong focus on problem-solving, customer empathy, and avoiding the pitfalls of early heavy fundraising or selling unfinished products.

More about Buchi:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/buchireddy

https://www.levo.ai

01:07 Buchi Reddy: The Journey to Founding Levo.ai

01:45 Identifying and Addressing Gaps in API Security

02:20 The Genesis of Levo.ai: A Proactive Approach to API Security

05:43 The Importance of Proactive vs. Reactive Security Measures

08:10 Levo.ai's Unique Approach to API Security

10:11 The Broader Impact of API Security on Businesses

13:08 Levo.ai in the Cybersecurity Ecosystem

16:30 The Role of AI in Enhancing Levo.ai's Solutions

39:25 Advice for Tech Founders from Buchi Reddy

43:22 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect