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APIs have become fundamental to the digital economy, enabling integration and communication between different systems and services. A mature API platform is not just a technical achievement but a strategic asset that can drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. However, reaching this level of…
In the rapidly evolving world of API management, the conversation around "the great unbundling of API management" has recently gained traction. This movement, highlighted by industry experts and analysts, including a recent Forbes article , reflects a shift towards a more componentized approach in…
We're thrilled to announce the general availability of Kong Gateway Enterprise 3.6. This version brings security, efficiency, and standards conformance to enterprise applications. Plus, Kong AI Gateway , which you can learn more about here . Let’s dive into the enhancements and explore the tangible…
We want our engineering teams to move fast and be agile, yet many organizations confuse ownership of the infrastructure with ownership of the policies. The latter is what engineering teams want to rapidly iterate and develop their APIs. The former is the responsibility of the platform team. In this…
As API adoption continues, early autonomy incentives often have led to shadow IT and infrastructure sprawl. To secure our growing API attack surface, technology leaders must implement organizational accountability through security oversight, platform observability, and role clarity. Establishing…
As of February 2024, Kong Gateway Enterprise 3.2.x.x will enter its End Of Life (EOL) phase and out of the full support cycle. Following this, Kong Gateway Enterprise 3.2.x.x will enter a 12-month sunset support period, exclusively focused on helping customers upgrade to a current version of Kong…
Open Banking is a phrase used around the world that describes a new way of engaging with banks. If we consider the 20-plus countries that have embraced the concept, they all have taken a slightly different approach than the UK, the first territory to embrace the change. This misalignment causes…
In the Open Banking ecosystem, Kong Gateway emerges as a pivotal tool. It ensures that financial institutions can comply with stringent regulatory standards and leverage the opportunities presented by this new, data-driven landscape. This article will cover an in-depth look at the open banking…
APIs have become a crucial part of modern software architecture, allowing different applications and services to communicate with each other. As organizations adopt microservices and distribute their systems, they require a cohesive API platform to manage these complex environments. In this blog…
Over the last ten years, Kongers have witnessed hundreds of companies adopting a full lifecycle API management platform and have been working with the people behind the scenes, the “API tribes.” We’ve also learned from the field that API tribes most often have to deal with heterogeneous platforms,…
Whether ordering groceries online, checking your bank balance, or tracking a delivery, APIs are behind the scenes making it all possible. They're the backbone of the digital experiences that drive our interconnected global economy. You may know that. But beyond the convenient (and sometimes…
Everyone’s talking AI — or artificial intelligence. But much of that talk falls into one of two extremes: AI will fix everything or AI will ruin everything. But let’s set aside hyperbolic ideas of AI as a silver bullet for all humanity's potential woes (or darkest timeline visions of Skynet) and…
APIs serve as the foundation for how software systems and services communicate and exchange data. But unmanaged and unsecured APIs can open up massive vulnerabilities that lead to disastrous security breaches and data leaks without proper governance. With API-related attacks increasing — and set…
Organizations today are looking to do more with less. The solution for many? Digital transformation. While digital transformation isn’t a new concept, the benefits of boosting efficiency, controlling costs, and delivering better customer experiences are obvious in today’s topsy-turvy economic…
Modern organizations rely on APIs to power their digital customer experiences. This can lead to stronger brand loyalty and higher revenues — if they play their cards right. The driving factor in delivering personalized content is connectivity to more applications, systems, and data sources. That…