Kuailu Tech has rolled out a major upgrade to its Kuailu Cloud AI-CRM platform, bringing a new generation of AI-driven tools tailored for small and mid-sized manufacturers (SMEs) in Southeast Asia. The move aims to tackle persistent pain points such as fragmented customer data, manual follow-ups, and limited visibility across sales, distribution, and production channels.
Vectara, the operating system for enterprise AI agents, has announced the launch of its Tool Validator, the second of its Guardian Agents designed to enforce governance, accuracy, and compliance across agentic systems. The release complements Vectara’s recently introduced Agent Benchmark, highlighting the company’s focus on helping enterprises maximize ROI from AI deployments while avoiding common pitfalls.
Instructure, the creator of the Canvas learning ecosystem, has rolled out a major suite of AI-driven updates with the launch of IgniteAI, following its preview at InstructureCon. The November release focuses on enhancing pedagogy, streamlining workflows, and maintaining strict data privacy—offering institutions a secure, open, and outcomes-focused approach to AI in education.
Xoriant, a global digital engineering firm, has been named a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner, marking a major milestone in its mission to deliver AI-driven insights, unified analytics, and enterprise-scale data modernization. The recognition spotlights Xoriant’s expertise across Fabric’s platform—from Lakehouse architecture and Real-Time Intelligence to Fabric Copilot—and its ability to integrate AI into everyday business workflows.
Azio AI, the GPU and AI compute subsidiary of Azio, has stepped into early-stage technical discussions with the Philippine government, supporting the modernization of its Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) and Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC). The move comes after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s 2024 directive to pause and restructure the sovereign investment platform, emphasizing governance, capital optimization, and long-term national development priorities.
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) has announced the launch of its India Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab and a new Cognizant Moment™ Studio in Bengaluru, forming a dedicated innovation hub designed to accelerate the company’s AI builder strategy. Both facilities are part of Cognizant’s previously announced $1 billion generative AI investment over the next three years.
Deliverect, the global food-tech SaaS company, is turning up the automation dial for restaurants with the launch of its AI Agent Library—the first library of plug-and-play AI agents designed specifically for the restaurant industry. Built in partnership with workflow automation leader n8n and piloted by KFC, the platform enables restaurants to integrate intelligent agents directly into their workflows to automate decision-making, optimize preparation times, and improve operational and marketing performance.
OnCorps AI, a leading agentic AI platform for fund operations, has secured $55 million in growth capital from Long Ridge Equity Partners, a growth equity firm specializing in financial and business technology. The investment will fuel product innovation, expand go-to-market teams, and scale infrastructure to support OnCorps’ growing customer base.
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is stepping up its AI advisory game with the launch of AdvisoryX, a global consulting group aimed at helping enterprises tackle their most complex strategic, operational, and technology challenges. The launch is accompanied by a new global study revealing that while AI is a board-level priority for many organizations, the execution gap remains substantial.
