A new evaluation led by LatticeFlow AI, in collaboration with SambaNova, demonstrates that open-source GenAI models, when properly protected, can meet or even exceed the security standards of closed models. The findings suggest these models are now suitable for enterprise deployment—even in highly regulated sectors such as financial services.
Cyberbit, a leader in hyper-realistic attack simulation and SOC readiness, has acquired RangeForce, a pioneer in cloud-based cyber ranges and scalable team exercises. The move creates one of the world’s most advanced operational cyber readiness platforms, blending AI-driven learning with real-world realism to prepare security teams for today’s relentless threats.
Obsidian Security, a leader in SaaS security, is unveiling SaaS AI agent defense, a first-of-its-kind solution aimed at controlling how autonomous AI agents access corporate SaaS applications. As enterprises rapidly adopt AI agents—ranging from Microsoft Copilot Studio to ChatGPT Enterprise—security gaps in SaaS environments have become a prime target for cyberattacks.
ManageEngine, the IT management division of Zoho Corporation, is doubling down on AI with a major GenAI release for its cloud-based ServiceDesk Plus platform. The update equips IT teams, end users, and process owners with smarter tools to speed up workflows, enhance productivity, and streamline service experiences.
QuantumPath, the agentic media planning and buying platform designed “by traders, for traders,” has appointed industry veteran Jeffrey Hirsch as its new CEO. The move signals an aggressive push to bring QuantumPath’s AI-native platform to mid-market agencies and brands across North America.
Revenued has released its 2025 survey on AI usage among small businesses, revealing a dramatic surge in adoption over the past year. Conducted with nearly 300 U.S. business owners, the survey found that while 60% weren’t using AI at the start of 2025, over 90% reported using at least one AI tool by fall.
Mycroft, an agentic AI platform for security and compliance, has emerged from stealth with $3.5 million in funding, led by Luge Capital and joined by Brightspark Ventures, Graphite Ventures, Ripple Ventures, Developer Capital, Antler, BoxOne Ventures, and strategic angels. The financing will accelerate product development and expand Mycroft’s AI-powered security operations to new customers.
SeedlingLabs has officially launched as an AI-native Product Development-as-a-Service (PDaaS) company, offering startups and product-led enterprises a platform and services to scale AI applications from MVPs to enterprise-grade deployments.
AppZen, a leading Agentic AI platform for finance teams, has raised $180 million in growth funding, led by Riverwood Capital, a tech-focused investment firm. The Series D round will accelerate the adoption of AI-powered finance automation, enabling enterprises to convert manual workflows into autonomous digital coworkers.
