Customer demand grows more than 200% since launch in 2023 

Akamai Technologies, Inc., renowned for powering and safeguarding online life, proudly announces the achievement of PCI DSS compliance 4.0 for its API Security product. This milestone underscores Akamai's commitment to enhancing security measures for organizations handling credit card information. APIs, integral to PCI DSS compliance, receive heightened focus in this latest version of the standard, reflecting their critical role in safeguarding sensitive data and facilitating payment processing.

1. Significance of PCI DSS Compliance 4.0:
   - PCI DSS compliance ensures effective security measures for organizations handling credit card information, aligning with global standards.
   - Latest version 4.0 emphasizes specific requirements pertaining to APIs, recognizing their essential role in secure data transmission and payment processing.

2. Demand Surge for Akamai's API Security:
  - Akamai's API Security experiences over 200% surge in customer demand since its launch in August 2023, post-acquisition of Neosec.
   - Native connector feature facilitates rapid production deployment, while integration with App & API Protector enables instant threat blocking, contributing to its popularity.
   - Seamless integrations with leading WAAP and API gateway platforms further enhance its appeal, with Akamai API Security also complementing tools like Apiiro's ASPM offering.

3. API Security's Role in Threat Mitigation:
   - Akamai's State of the Internet report highlights the critical importance of API security, revealing that nearly one-third of web attacks target APIs.
   - Customer testimonials, including Clal Insurance and Finance, laud API Security's effectiveness, ease of use, and real-time monitoring capabilities in enhancing operational security and user experience.

4. Customer Testimonials and Recognition:
   - Customers across diverse industries commend Akamai's API Security for its robust features, user-friendliness, and compliance adherence.
   - Gartner® Peer Insights™ testimonials underscore API Security's real-time monitoring, efficient control, and scalability, affirming its value in securing modern applications.

5. Insights from Akamai Leadership:
   - Rupesh Chokshi, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Application Security at Akamai, underscores the growing importance of API security and the role of PCI DSS–compliant API Security in ensuring smooth and secure business operations.

Akamai's achievement of PCI DSS compliance 4.0 for its API Security product marks a significant advancement in securing online transactions and protecting sensitive data. With heightened focus on API security and robust features tailored for modern applications, Akamai API Security stands as a trusted solution for organizations prioritizing security, compliance, and seamless operational efficiency in an increasingly digital landscape.