JiGravity and Mend.io Partnership in Japan
On June 2, 2026, JiGravity, a leading company in public digital transformation (DX) based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, will officially start offering Mend.io's AI-driven application security platform in Japan. This follows a recently signed agency agreement with Mend.io, a respected company founded in 2011 in Boston, Massachusetts, known for its solid track record in application security (AppSec).
The Changing Landscape of Security Management
As the evolution of AI continues, the landscape of security management is undergoing significant changes. The advancements in generative AI have led to the rapid discovery of new vulnerabilities and an increase in attacks, marking a pivotal moment in security. The rising integration of AI into applications has also accelerated AI-specific risks, such as hallucinations and other vulnerabilities. Consequently, the necessity for robust supply chain security, Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) management, and AI security is becoming increasingly recognized in Japan.
In this context, JiGravity is set to initiate the provision of the AI-driven security product Mend.io in Japan. Mend.io is an innovative platform that utilizes AI for comprehensive security management, capable of scanning handwritten code, containers, and open-source software (OSS) that includes AI components. This enables organizations to manage vulnerabilities more effectively through an integrated governance approach known as DevSecOps. One of the platform's standout features is its ability to analyze the