It’s here! The Kong Gateway Operator release we teased at API Summit is now available for you all to use. KGO 1.4 allows you to configure Kong Konnect using CRDs, attach your DataPlane resources to Konnect with minimal configuration, and even manage the deployment of custom plugins using Kubernetes CRDs. Keep reading to find out more.

The rise of AI has transformed how businesses operate, creating a surge in demand for AI-driven APIs, particularly those that leverage Large Language Models (LLMs). These APIs are at the heart of many modern applications, driving automation, customer interaction, and sophisticated data analysis. However, with this increased use comes a need for organizations to effectively monitor and manage the costs and consumption of these APIs.

We previously discussed what can possibly go wrong without data privacy in your business. To tackle this from the other side, here is a quick summary of the importance of data privacy if you are running a digital product, and the reasons why Countly is a first choice for privacy-compliant product analytics tools.

Effective cost management becomes crucial as organizations increasingly rely on Google BigQuery for their data warehousing and analytics needs. This checklist delves into the intricacies of cost management and FinOps for BigQuery, exploring strategies to inform, govern, and optimize usage while taking a holistic approach that considers queries, datasets, infrastructure, and more.

Thanks to technology, the wealth management industry is seeing significant advancements. Generative AI (GenAI) is emerging as a powerful tool for firms looking to innovate and create highly personalized client experiences. According to Gartner’s recent report, “How Will Generative AI Impact Wealth Management?”, this technology is set to enhance customer interactions and boost productivity across the sector.

The way we interact with computers and digital systems has come a long way. Gone are the days of cryptic commands and rigid syntax; today, we can speak naturally to our devices, ask questions in complete sentences, and even have (somewhat) intelligent conversations with chatbots. This transformation is largely thanks to a fascinating field of artificial intelligence (AI) called natural language processing (NLP).

Software testing stands as a cornerstone of successful software development, delivering crucial benefits that extend far beyond simple bug detection. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, understanding the comprehensive benefits of software testing has become essential for organizations aiming to deliver high-quality products while maintaining competitive advantage.

In the world of big data, configuration management is often the unsung hero of platform performance and cost-efficiency. Whether you’re working with Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or any other modern data platform, effective configuration management can mean the difference between a sluggish, expensive system and a finely-tuned, cost-effective one.

Authors: Martin Fiser, Field CTO at Keboola, and Martin Lepka, Industry Solutions at Keboola The Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry sits on a goldmine of data, yet many brands are only scratching the surface with their analytics. Locked within siloed Point-of-Sale (POS) systems across individual franchisees, this data remains underutilized rather than being put to work.

At API Summit 2024, a common theme covered was how there's no AI without APIs. This couldn’t be more true for Writer, the full-stack generative AI platform for enterprises — and a notable user of the Kong Konnect unified API platform. Writer recently launched AI Studio, billed as “the fastest way to build generative AI apps.” AI Studio uses Writer API, Writer Framework, and Writer No Code to give people enterprise-grade generative AIs they can put in their own apps and services.