Approov, a leading provider of mobile app and API security solutions, has announced a major global infrastructure expansion, strengthening its defense against a new generation of AI-driven cyber threats. The company’s cloud-based mobile app and device attestation platform is being positioned as the next frontier in securing mobile ecosystems—moving critical security logic away from devices and into the cloud.

The expansion includes the integration of Cloudflare’s Argo Smart Routing™ technology and new multi-cloud deployments across Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Together, these upgrades ensure rapid, resilient, and intelligent network performance—essential for countering increasingly sophisticated, AI-powered API attacks.

“Conventional security relies on secrets hidden inside the mobile device, but the advent of AI-based attack tools has made those secrets trivially easy to extract,” said Ted Miracco, CEO of Approov. “Our model fundamentally changes the game. By putting security logic and secrets in the cloud and performing rigorous attestation there, we make it virtually impossible for malicious actors to spoof a genuine mobile client.”

From On-Device Defense to Cloud-Based Attestation

Traditional mobile security methods such as Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP) and code obfuscation are increasingly ineffective against AI-assisted reverse engineering and dynamic code analysis. Approov’s security-by-design approach eliminates these vulnerabilities by relocating all sensitive credentials—like API keys—into a secure cloud enclave.

This architecture allows Approov to perform real-time app and device attestation in the cloud, verifying that every API request originates from a genuine, untampered mobile app running on a secure device. The result is a 95% reduction in API attacks from bots, scripts, and cloned applications.

Approov’s attestation process also enables Over-the-Air (OTA) security updates, allowing organizations to respond instantly to emerging AI-based threats—an increasingly critical advantage in today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape.

Enhancing Speed, Security, and Scalability

As Approov handles tens of millions of attestations daily, performance remains a central priority. The company’s recent upgrades address the need for ultra-low latency and global reliability, ensuring secure verification processes occur seamlessly—often in just milliseconds.

Key Enhancements Include:

• Cloudflare Argo Smart Routing Integration:
  By integrating Cloudflare’s Argo Smart Routing™, Approov optimizes the delivery of attestation tokens by dynamically selecting the fastest, most reliable network paths. This reduces Internet latency by over 30% and minimizes connection errors by 27%, ensuring superior performance for users worldwide.
  The integration also provides enterprise-grade DDoS protection at both Layer 4 and Layer 7.

• Expanded Global Attestation Fabric:
  Approov has added new points of presence (PoPs) in U.S. East, Hong Kong, and Taipei, joining existing nodes in Dublin, San Jose, São Paulo, and Singapore.
  Its multi-cloud architecture on AWS and GCP features automatic cross-cloud failover, designed for maximum resilience under the most extreme attack scenarios.

“Approov is engineered to scale to billions of attestations globally,” Miracco added. “Our approach not only delivers unmatched speed but also a richer set of environmental checks compared to native platform attestations.”

Building a Trusted Foundation for Mobile-First Enterprises

As enterprises across finance, healthcare, retail, and connected cars increasingly rely on mobile APIs, the risk of AI-assisted exploitation grows. Approov’s expansion underscores a shift toward cloud-centric security—a model that prioritizes real-time intelligence, dynamic adaptability, and verifiable trust at every point of interaction.

By combining high-performance network optimization with cryptographic attestation and AI-resilient architecture, Approov’s platform is redefining what it means to secure mobile applications in the age of generative AI and machine-driven hacking.

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In a move set to redefine the infrastructure powering artificial intelligence, Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) and Brookfield have announced a $5 billion strategic partnership aimed at creating the next generation of AI factories. The collaboration blends Bloom’s scalable fuel cell power technology with Brookfield’s global infrastructure expertise to meet the surging compute and energy demands of AI systems.

Reimagining AI Infrastructure

Unlike traditional data centers, AI factories require a seamless integration of compute, power, data center architecture, and capital investment. Bloom Energy’s fuel cells provide clean, reliable, and rapidly deployable onsite power—a crucial advantage as legacy grids struggle to keep up with AI’s energy demands. Brookfield, a global leader in infrastructure investment, will contribute capital and development expertise to accelerate deployment worldwide.

At the heart of the partnership, Brookfield will invest up to $5 billion to deploy Bloom’s fuel cell solutions, with the first European AI factory site expected to be announced before year-end.

Powering AI at Scale

“AI infrastructure must be built like a factory—with purpose, speed, and scale,” said KR Sridhar, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Bloom Energy. “Legacy grids cannot support the massive power and responsiveness that AI requires. Together with Brookfield, we’re designing a new blueprint for AI factories that aligns power, compute, and infrastructure from day one.”

Brookfield’s Global Head of AI Infrastructure, Sikander Rashid, added, “Behind-the-meter power solutions are essential to closing the grid gap for AI factories. Bloom’s advanced fuel cell technology allows us to construct modern AI facilities with a holistic approach to power needs. This partnership strengthens our position as the world’s largest AI infrastructure investor.”

Meeting the AI Power Surge

Industry projections indicate that AI-driven data center demand in the U.S. will exceed 100 gigawatts by 2035. Fuel cells—capable of generating clean and stable power independent of traditional grids—are emerging as a key enabler for this exponential growth.

Bloom Energy already powers critical digital infrastructure through deployments with American Electric Power (AEP), Equinix, and Oracle, reinforcing its role as a reliable partner for data-heavy enterprises.

A Broader Infrastructure Vision

This initiative also marks Brookfield’s first investment under its new AI Infrastructure strategy, which targets AI factories, power solutions, compute systems, and strategic capital partnerships. With over $100 billion already invested in digital infrastructure and $550 billion in total assets, Brookfield continues to expand its footprint in energy and data ecosystems.

Recent moves include investments in Compass Datacenters, Duke Energy Florida, Colonial Enterprises, and Hotwire Communications, along with a landmark 3GW hydro power agreement with Google.

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Jscrambler, a leader in client-side protection and compliance, has introduced the industry’s first AI Assistant for PCI DSS script authorization workflows. The new solution delivers context-rich insights, expert recommendations, and instant justifications, enabling faster, more confident decisions for script approvals and overall compliance management.

With PCI DSS v4 requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 now mandatory, organizations must inventory, authorize, and monitor scripts on payment pages, while deploying tamper-detection mechanisms to prevent e-skimming threats. Adoption, however, has been uneven, with many relying on manual processes, basic Content Security Policies, or delayed compliance.

“Low compliance rates and the complexity of existing tools make it clear businesses need intelligent assistance,” said Pedro Fortuna, CTO and co-founder of Jscrambler. “Our AI Assistant closes critical gaps in legacy script authorization systems as regulatory scrutiny and skimming threats continue to rise.”

Streamlined AI-Powered Workflows

Jscrambler’s AI-assisted enhancements embed intelligence directly into PCI DSS compliance workflows. Organizations can now:

• Accelerate script authorization decisions

• Reduce human error and administrative overhead

• Proactively detect and block suspicious behaviors

• Onboard vendors faster and adapt to payment ecosystem changes

This innovation allows teams to maintain high-quality compliance workflows, improving efficiency while enhancing overall payment security.

Key Features of the AI Assistant

• AI Insights: Risk-based summaries detailing each script’s purpose, behavior, and reputation.

• Actionable Recommendations: Approve, Block, or Restrict suggestions based on Jscrambler’s deep expertise.

• Instant Justifications: Auto-generated text to streamline compliance approvals and maintain consistency.

• Interactive AI Chat: Real-time guidance for risk-based decisions and contextual questions.

Availability and Demonstration

The AI Assistant is now available as part of Jscrambler’s PCI DSS solution. Attendees can see it live at booth #17 during the PCI SSC Europe Community Meeting. Further details are available in Pedro Fortuna’s launch blog, titled “Jscrambler Launches the First AI Assistant for PCI DSS Script Authorization Workflows.”

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Bicoastal marketing and PR agency Marketing Maven just added another feather to its cap — an A+ accreditation from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), the highest rating awarded by the organization. The recognition signals not just operational excellence but also a steadfast commitment to transparency and ethical business practices—qualities often promised, less often proven.

The A+ rating, achieved by scoring between 97 and 100 on the BBB’s 100-point scale, evaluates businesses on trust, honesty, responsiveness, safeguarding privacy, and integrity. For a communications firm, those principles aren’t just good ethics—they’re good business.

“As a BBB-accredited business with the best rating available, we have a long and proven track record of satisfied customers,” said Lindsey Carnett, Founder, CEO, and President of Marketing Maven. “We are dedicated to the BBB accreditation principles—advertising honestly, facilitating trust, being transparent, honoring promises, being responsive, and embodying integrity in all dealings.”

Founded with a focus on integrated marketing, Marketing Maven has built a reputation across diverse industries including healthcare, finance, professional services, nonprofit, travel, and technology—serving clients both in the U.S. and internationally. This latest accolade caps a record-setting year for the firm, reinforcing its standing among top-tier PR agencies navigating today’s crowded, credibility-conscious market.

Why It Matters

In an era when brand trust is fragile and misinformation runs rampant, BBB accreditation still serves as a meaningful benchmark for integrity. For PR firms—whose core product is communication—such third-party validation underscores the value of ethical storytelling and client accountability.

Competitors may chase virality, but Marketing Maven’s latest win reminds the industry that trust remains the ultimate currency in marketing.

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At its CommunityLIVE World Tour, Hyland is showcasing what could be the next major evolution in enterprise content management — the Content Innovation Cloud™. Designed to unlock the hidden intelligence buried in unstructured data, the platform merges AI-powered content intelligence, agentic automation, and real-time insights to accelerate digital transformation across Europe.

For enterprises drowning in data silos, Hyland’s latest suite promises a lifeline: real-time intelligence that works across repositories, platforms, and departments—without the need for complex migrations.

“The Content Innovation Cloud is more than a platform – it’s a catalyst,” said Michael Campbell, Chief Product Officer at Hyland. “We’re helping organizations unlock the full value of their enterprise content, automate intelligently, and stay ahead in a fast-moving regulatory and business landscape.”

A Turning Point for European Enterprises

European enterprises have been at the epicenter of digital transformation, balancing innovation, compliance, and digital sovereignty. According to Paul De Leer, Sales Director at Atos, Hyland’s advancements “mark a turning point,” bringing together AI-powered content intelligence and automation that’s “both practical and transformative.”

The implications extend across industries — from financial services to healthcare — where document-heavy workflows are ripe for AI disruption. Rabobank’s Valerie Stam called intelligent document processing “a game-changer,” pointing to its potential for handwritten document recognition and improved customer journeys.

Ubiquitous Enterprise Intelligence

At the core of the Content Innovation Cloud is the Enterprise Context Engine, a layer that unifies fragmented content across multiple repositories — no migration required. It enables contextual insights based on user roles, workflows, and business context, giving teams faster decision-making power and reducing time lost toggling between systems.

This isn’t just about smarter data access. By transforming unstructured data into AI-ready data, the platform fuels automation at scale across healthcare, government, and finance — industries where manual document handling has long bottlenecked progress.

Orchestrating Agentic Automation

Hyland’s new Enterprise Agent Mesh might be the most futuristic piece of the puzzle. It orchestrates distributed AI agents across systems, automating complex, cross-platform workflows without disrupting existing infrastructure.

Agents can classify documents, extract data, or route approvals autonomously — adapting in real time as business conditions change. It’s automation that thinks, not just acts.

At recent Hyland events, customers built real-world agents like Purchase Invoice, Document Editor, and Claim Review Agents during the “Agentic AI Throwdown,” demonstrating the platform’s plug-and-play flexibility.

AI That Understands, Enriches, and Protects

The Knowledge Enrichment and Knowledge Discovery modules redefine how enterprises interact with their data.

• Knowledge Enrichment transforms unstructured content into AI-ready insights while masking sensitive information across 600+ file types, boosting interoperability and compliance.

• Knowledge Discovery brings intuitive agent creation, contextualized outputs, and customizable AI guardrails — a nod to growing demands for trustworthy and compliant AI.

Meanwhile, Hyland Automate introduces natural language-driven process design, cutting configuration time dramatically. The upgraded Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) leverages GenAI reasoning to classify documents and surface contextual insights faster.

Platform Power Across the Portfolio

Hyland’s momentum doesn’t stop at the Cloud. Key platform updates include:

• Nuxeo LTS 2025V3 – Enhanced scalability and compliance, with open-source Elasticsearch architecture and Google Cloud retention support.

• Alfresco 25.2 – New dashboards and process tools for regulated sectors like finance and healthcare, plus a SAP ILM Connector for GDPR-aligned governance.

• OnBase 25.1 – Embedded Content Intelligence Connector and Knowledge Discovery, plus a Cloud Update Service that streamlines upgrades while ensuring transparency and compliance.

Together, these updates enable organizations—including major European hospitals—to manage content securely and deliver intelligent, patient-centered care.

The Bigger Picture

Hyland’s push into AI-powered content intelligence aligns with a broader industry trend: enterprises are demanding systems that don’t just store information but understand it. In a market crowded with “smart” solutions, Hyland’s integrated approach — blending context, compliance, and automation — could make it a standout in the race to intelligent enterprise operations.

As Europe doubles down on digital sovereignty, platforms like Hyland’s may well define the blueprint for how data-driven enterprises evolve — not just to keep up, but to stay ahead.

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As hybrid work evolves, one of the trickiest challenges has been bringing high-quality video collaboration to smaller spaces. Neat, the video technology innovator known for its minimalist yet powerful devices, thinks it has the answer. Enter the Neat Board 32 — a sleek, 32-inch touchscreen all-in-one that promises big-room performance for small spaces.

The device is designed for focus rooms, hot desks, and personal setups, offering the kind of plug-and-play simplicity that overcomplicated conference hardware rarely delivers. Unlike the webcam-and-cable mashups often seen in ad hoc setups, the Neat Board 32 can be deployed in minutes, delivering crisp audio, sharp video, and intuitive usability right out of the box.

“Our customers wanted a simple, powerful solution for small focus spaces and desks,” said Tormod Ree, Chief Product and Engineering Officer at Neat. “The Neat Board 32 delivers the groundbreaking experiences Neat is known for—tailored for smaller environments and easily managed through Neat Pulse.”

Compact Design, Big Capability

Despite its small footprint, the Neat Board 32 packs serious video collaboration muscle:

• AI-driven framing and directional audio ensure remote participants feel present, not peripheral.

• A wide-angle 140° camera and four wide-angle microphones capture everyone in frame—even those off to the side.

• A responsive 32-inch touchscreen supports digital whiteboarding and content sharing without lag.

• Neat Pulse provides IT teams with remote monitoring, updates, and support—all from a single dashboard.

• Flexible conferencing modes include native Zoom, Google Meet, and a BYOD-friendly Neat Open Mode for third-party apps.

• It can even double as an external monitor, connecting via USB-C for quick laptop integration.

With four mounting options—including table, wall, and adjustable stands—the device fits seamlessly into any workspace. A built-in privacy cover rounds out the thoughtful design.

Purpose-Built for the Modern Workplace

As offices shift toward smaller, more flexible collaboration spaces, Neat Board 32 addresses a fast-growing need.

“Smaller focus and huddle rooms are becoming increasingly important in modern workplaces,” noted Roopam Jain, VP of Research, Information and Communications Technologies at Frost & Sullivan. “With its wide field of view and AI-powered features, the Neat Board 32 outperforms many small-space solutions available today.”

Neat is also future-proofing the device for enterprise integration. The Neat Board 32 will be the company’s first device certified for the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP) and will support certification with Google Meet and Zoom. Pre-orders open in Q4 2025, with shipping expected in Q2 2026.

Expanding the Neat Ecosystem

The Neat Board 32 rounds out Neat’s lineup of intelligent collaboration tools:

• Neat Board 50 supports medium-sized spaces,

• Neat Board Pro 65 caters to larger rooms,

• and now, the Neat Board 32 completes the range by optimizing personal and small-group setups.

With hybrid work now the norm rather than the exception, Neat’s newest addition signals a push toward more human, frictionless collaboration—no matter the room size.

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In a move that signals its growing ambition in next-generation research, HCLTech has joined the MIT Media Lab, one of the world’s most renowned hubs for technology and innovation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The collaboration will focus on advancing human-centered AI and exploring new frontiers in emerging technologies such as quantum computing.

For HCLTech, the partnership represents a deeper push into collaborative innovation—a strategy increasingly embraced by global tech giants aiming to bridge the gap between academic research and enterprise-scale impact.

“We welcome HCLTech to the MIT Media Lab at a pivotal moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence,” said Jessica Rosenworcel, Executive Director of the MIT Media Lab. “Their commitment to exploring applied AI aligns with our mission to design technologies that empower humanity.”

A Partnership for the Future of AI

As part of the engagement, HCLTech will gain access to the Media Lab’s extensive research ecosystem, including faculty, researchers, and innovators working across cutting-edge disciplines—from AI ethics and generative systems to immersive computing and data-driven design.

This collaboration will allow HCLTech to co-develop applied AI projects with MIT researchers, translating academic breakthroughs into real-world, scalable solutions for industries navigating digital transformation.

“By engaging with MIT Media Lab’s world-class faculty and researchers, we aim to explore co-development of AI innovations that create real-world impact,” said Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems at HCLTech.

Why It Matters

The timing couldn’t be better. As enterprises grapple with balancing AI acceleration and responsibility, the partnership underscores a shared commitment to responsible, human-centered innovation. For MIT Media Lab, known for pushing boundaries in design and computation, and HCLTech, with its enterprise AI expertise, the alliance bridges theoretical research and practical implementation.

The collaboration could also give HCLTech an edge in quantum computing and next-gen AI applications, strengthening its position among global technology leaders investing heavily in R&D ecosystems.

The Bigger Picture

The partnership adds another layer to HCLTech’s strategy of strategic alliances with leading research institutions worldwide. For the Media Lab, it’s an opportunity to apply its multidisciplinary model to enterprise challenges—turning AI from experimental to essential.

As the AI arms race intensifies, collaborations like this one will likely shape how businesses harness technology not just for efficiency, but for human progress.

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DXC Technology has launched Assure Smart Apps, a new suite of AI-powered, workflow-driven applications that aims to reshape how insurers interact with customers, brokers, and advisors. Designed for agility and scalability, the platform merges intelligent automation, modular architecture, and seamless integration—giving insurers a practical path to digital transformation without overhauling legacy systems.

For an industry long tied to complex, aging infrastructure, DXC’s latest offering feels less like a rip-and-replace and more like a plug-and-elevate model. The new suite integrates natively with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and leverages APIs from the DXC Assure Platform, ensuring insurers can modernize at their own pace while retaining operational continuity.

“Assure Smart Apps meet insurers where they are,” said Ray August, President of Insurance Software and Business Process Services at DXC. “Our modular approach provides flexibility to innovate without disrupting critical operations or existing investments.”

A Modular Leap Toward AI-Driven Insurance

Built with DXC’s Assure BPM and enhanced by ServiceNow’s workflow and agentic AI technology, the Assure Smart Apps suite promises up to 80% faster process design and a smoother path to automation. Each application is built to tackle specific pain points in today’s insurance ecosystem:

• Self-service capabilities: Empower customers, brokers, and advisors to manage their own updates and policy information.

• AI-enabled customer support: Delivers real-time, personalized guidance via an intelligent insurance concierge accessible on mobile devices.

• Actionable AI insights: Interactive dashboards surface trends and decisions from past contracts, helping teams act with confidence.

• Seamless integration: Works with insurers’ existing DXC systems and core platforms, reducing disruption while accelerating deployment.

Insurers can implement Smart Apps individually or bundle them into Smart Solutions—customized packages addressing specific operational or customer challenges.

Future-Proofing the Insurance Experience

The launch underscores DXC’s larger vision: to help insurers modernize without destabilizing. As the insurance sector doubles down on AI adoption to manage costs and improve agility, modular and API-first platforms like Assure Smart Apps are emerging as a key enabler.

With over 40 years in insurance technology and partnerships with 21 of the top 25 global insurers, DXC continues to process over one billion policies on its software—an indicator of both scale and trust.

The company’s focus on AI, automation, and hybrid cloud integration reflects a broader trend across the financial services industry: transforming the back office into an intelligent, adaptive enterprise.

Industry Implications

While insurtech startups often steal the headlines, DXC’s Assure Smart Apps represent a quiet revolution from within the establishment—a modernization strategy built for large-scale insurers who need transformation without chaos.

As digital expectations rise, this launch could help traditional insurers close the experience gap—delivering the speed and personalization customers have come to expect, with the stability regulators demand.

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