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Qualys launches AI-powered Web Application Scanning (WAS) with API security

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Web Application Scanning

Qualys has announced the launch of its API security platform that leverages AI-powered scanning and deep learning-based web malware detection to secure web apps and APIs across the entire attack surface, including on-premises web servers, databases, hybrid, multi-cloud environments, API gateways, containerized architectures, and microservices.

APIs are integral to digital transformation initiatives across industries. The latest data indicates that over 83% of web traffic now comprises API traffic, highlighting their critical role in modern web applications using microservices, cloud, and hybrid environments. However, this also underscores the vulnerabilities that accompany their widespread adoption. 

“Many organizations use a variety of security tools, such as SAST, DAST, SCA, or point solutions for API security that often operate in isolation, without a unified platform to integrate their findings. Moreover, the absence of integration between these tools leads to a fragmented view of the application security posture and results in uncoordinated efforts and gaps in security coverage. Similarly, SAST & DAST tools offer limited coverage for API-specific issues and focus predominantly on code vulnerabilities,” commented Kunal Modasiya, Vice President, Product Management, CyberSecurity Asset Management, Qualys. “Mainly, these solutions fail to extend their assessment to the runtime or environmental threats where APIs operate and provide visibility into the vulnerabilities of the underlying infrastructure hosting these APIs, leaving significant security gaps at the network and host levels.”

Qualys API security addresses and allows organizations to:

  • Measure API risks across all attack surfaces with a unified view of API security by discovering & monitoring every API asset across diverse environments, enabling better decision-making and faster response times.
  • Communicate API risks like OWASP API Top 10 vulnerabilities & drift from OpenAPI specs with real-time threat detection and response, minimizing the risk window and enhancing overall security.
  • Eliminate API risks with integrated workflows supporting Shift-Left & Shift-Right practices, bridging the gap between IT and security teams, promoting seamless collaboration, and improving operational efficiency.

Key features of Qualys API

1. Comprehensive API discovery and inventory management

Qualys WAS with API Security automatically identifies and catalogs all APIs within an organization’s network, including internal, external, undocumented, rogue, and shadow APIs. Whether APIs are deployed in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure), containerized architectures (Kubernetes), or API gateways (Apigee, Mulesoft), Qualys’ continuous discovery ensures an updated inventory across all platforms, preventing unauthorized access points and shadow APIs.

2. API vulnerability testing & AI-powered scanning

Qualys provides comprehensive API vulnerability testing using 200+ prebuilt signatures to detect API-specific security vulnerabilities, including those listed in the OWASP API Top 10, such as rate limiting, authentication & authorization issues, PII collection, and sensitive data exposure. Moreover, for large applications, Qualys combines the power of deep learning and AI-assisted clustering to perform efficient vulnerability scans. This smart clustering mechanism targets critical areas, achieving a 96% detection rate with an 80% reduction in scan time.

3. API compliance monitoring

Qualys performs both active and passive compliance monitoring to identify and address any drift or inconsistencies in API implementation and documentation in adherence to the OpenAPI Specification (OAS v3). Clear, standardized API documentation, in adherence to OAS, ensures that shared documentation is easily understood by recipients, simplifies security assessments and enforcement, and enhances the accuracy of code, benefiting both automated tools and human developers. Qualys also continuously monitors APIs for compliance with industry standards such as PCI-DSS, GDPR, and HIPAA to ensure that APIs remain compliant with evolving regulations, avoiding potential fines and enhancing data protection.

4. API risk prioritization with TruRisk

Qualys leverages its proprietary TruRisk scoring system, which integrates multiple factors such as severity, exploitability, business context, and asset criticality to prioritize risks based on overall business impact, ensuring that the most critical vulnerabilities are addressed first. It also categorizes risks based on the OWASP API Top 10, helping organizations focus on the most prevalent and severe API security threats.

5. Seamless integration with Shift-Left and Shift-Right workflows

Qualys integrates seamlessly with existing CI/CD tools (e.g., Bamboo, TeamCity, Github, Jenkins, Azure DevOps) and IT ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow), supporting both shift-left and shift-right security practices. This facilitates automated security testing and real-time threat detection and response without disrupting development workflows. By bridging the gaps between IT and security teams, Qualys ensures smoother operational transitions, improving API security practices and reducing the risk window.

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VERTIV INTRODUCES NEW MODULAR LIQUID COOLING INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTION TO SUPPORT HIGH-DENSITY COMPUTE REQUIREMENTS IN NORTH AMERICA AND EMEA

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Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced new configurations of the Vertiv™ MegaMod™ HDX, a prefabricated power and liquid cooling infrastructure solution engineered for high-density computing environments, including artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) deployments. The new configurations give operators flexibility to support rapidly increasing power and cooling requirements while optimizing space and deployment speed. The models are available globally.

Vertiv MegaMod HDX integrates direct-to-chip liquid cooling with air-cooled architectures to meet the intense thermal demands of AI workloads, supporting pod-style AI environments and advanced GPU clusters. The new compact solution has a standard module height and a maximum of 13 racks and power capacity up to 1.25 MW; the combo solution has an extended-height design with a maximum of 144 racks, supporting power capacities up to 10 MW. Both can support rack densities from 50 kW up to more than 100 kW per rack. The hybrid cooling architectures integrate direct-to-chip liquid cooling with air cooling for efficient, high-density thermal management, while the prefabricated modular designs enable accelerated deployment and allow customers to scale their data centers as demand grows.

“Today’s AI workloads demand cooling solutions that go beyond traditional approaches. With the Vertiv MegaMod HDX available in both compact and combo solution configurations, organizations can match their facility requirements while supporting high-density, liquid-cooled environments at scale. Our designs deliver what data centers need most—reliable performance, operational efficiency, and the ability to scale their AI infrastructure with confidence,” said Viktor Petik, senior vice president, infrastructure solutions at Vertiv.

The Vertiv MegaMod HDX models feature innovative hybrid cooling architecture, combining direct-to-chip liquid cooling with adaptable air systems in a fully integrated, prefabricated pod. The solutions feature distributed redundant power architecture enabling continuous operation even if one module goes offline. Additionally, the buffer-tank thermal backup system allows GPU clusters to maintain stable operations during maintenance or load transitions. This factory-integrated design enables repeatable precision in deployment while providing cost certainty for planning and scaling AI infrastructure.

This prefabricated design, combined with factory integrated and fully tested components and Vertiv’s global service network, provide dependable end-to-end support.

Vertiv’s extensive portfolio of power, thermal, and IT management solutions supports a wide range of data center architectures, enabling customers to meet rising density demands with scalable, high-performance infrastructure. Both configurations draw on this broader portfolio, including the Vertiv™ Liebert® APM2 uninterruptible power supply (UPS), Vertiv CoolChip CDU cooling distribution unit, Vertiv PowerBar busway system, and Vertiv™ Unify infrastructure monitoring.

Vertiv also offers IT rack infrastructure designed to seamlessly accommodate and support IT systems, including Vertivracks and Vertiv OCP- compliant racks, Vertiv™ CoolLoop RDHx rear door heat exchanger, Vertiv™ CoolChip in-rack CDU, Vertiv™ rack power distribution units, Vertiv™ PowerDirect in-rack DC power system, and Vertiv™ CoolChip Fluid Network Rack Manifolds.

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HOLCIM UAE JOINS IRENA’S ALLIANCE FOR INDUSTRY DECARBONIZATION (AFID)

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Holcim has joined the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization (AFID) under the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), reinforcing its commitment to play an active role in shaping the future of low-carbon construction in the UAE and beyond.

Formalized during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in January 2026, the membership marks a strategic milestone in Holcim UAE’s evolution from operational decarbonization to sector-wide leadership. Through AFID, Holcim is partnering with a government-led alliance, bringing its established expertise and operational leadership in sustainable building materials and solutions to policy and industry dialogues shaping the future of industrial activity in the UAE.

AFID brings together governments, international organizations, and leading industrial players to accelerate the implementation of technologies and practices across hard-to-abate sectors. Holcim’s participation reflects a deliberate focus on collaboration with policymakers and industry peers, ensuring that regulatory frameworks, investment signals, and technology pathways are informed by real-world industrial experience.

“Industry decarbonization requires practical action at scale, supported by the right policy direction. Joining AFID allows Holcim to engage at that intersection, bringing perspective shaped by practical experience to conversations that matter for the UAE’s low-carbon future,” said Ali Said, CEO of Holcim UAE and Oman.

AFID’s work spans priority areas such as Renewables, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage, Circularity, Green Hydrogen, Human Capital, and Climate-aligned Finance. These focus areas closely align with Holcim’s long-term strategy where sustainability underpins how the business operates, invests, and works with partners across its value chain.

By joining AFID, Holcim reinforces its positioning as a partner focused on contributing to the broader systems and collaborations that will define the future of sustainable construction in the United Arab Emirates and the wider region.

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BELKIN ELEVATES EVERYDAY DEVICE PROTECTION WITH A NEW LINEUP OF SCREEN PROTECTORS AND A WEAR & TEAR PROGRAM

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BELKIN LiquidGuard screen protection being sprayed onto a smartphone display, showing liquid coating applied across the glass surface

a leading consumer electronics brand for over 40 years, today announces a new class of screen protection solutions, a strategic partnership, and an all-new wear-and-tear program; advancing its commitment to keeping devices protected and consumers confident. The launch includes seven new screen protectors, a customisation partnership with ScreenSkinz, and a screen protection replacement program designed to give users lasting peace of mind and ensure the products they love stay safe, secure, and in the best shape.

Meet the ScreenForce Titan Lineup: The Ultimate in Full-Screen Protection

Titan SmartShield

Titan SmartShield serves as the premium rigid protector in the lineup, delivering aerospace-grade impact resistance and up to 18x the strength of traditional glass*. Engineered with a 9H surface hardness and rated for up to 6.5 ft / 2 m of drop protection**, Titan SmartShield offers exceptional durability without compromising clarity. An advanced anti-reflective coating preserves vivid colour and brightness in any lighting environment, while the anti-dust adhesive helps push away particles during installation for a flawless finish. The glass is manufactured with up to 60% recycled materials and is fully compatible with fingerprint sensors. A privacy version will also be available. Titan SmartShield launches in February 2026.

Titan LiquidGuard

Titan LiquidGuard is an innovative liquid screen protector that uses Nano-Titan Technology+, a proprietary fusion of a water-based German SiO₂, Graphene, and Nano-Titan Technology, to reinforce device displays at the molecular level, delivering 9H scratch protection without adding bulk. The oleophobic coating creates a smooth, smudge-resistant surface that maintains the device’s original look and touch sensitivity. Applied in minutes and backed by up to a $300 screen repair guarantee, Titan LiquidGuard offers a discreet, no-fuss approach to everyday screen protection. Titan LiquidGuard launches in February 2026.

Titan EcoGuard

Titan EcoGuard is made using advanced polymer materials infused with Nano-Titan Technology, a proprietary structure featuring high-density nano-reinforcement that delivers up to 5.9 ft / 1.8 m of drop protection. These materials are collected from post-consumer sources and certified by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS). Built to flex under pressure instead of cracking, Titan EcoGuard offers industry-leading 7H rated scratch and impact resistance with ultra-thin construction, while an anti-reflective coating preserves the device’s natural look and precision touch response. The flexible, shock-dispersing surface is ideal for curved screens and high-use devices.

The Titan EcoGuard Collection Includes:

Titan EcoGuard Anti-Reflective Screen Protector

  •  – The foundational model is designed for full-screen, anti-reflective protection while preserving vibrant colour and crystal-clear clarity – even under direct sunlight. It is made with 97% pre-consumer recycled materials. Includes anti-dust installation adhesive and a tray-based alignment system made with recycled plastics.
  • Titan EcoGuard Privacy Filter Screen Protector
  • – Incorporates vertical-view privacy filtration to protect sensitive information from side-angle viewing. Ideal for use in public settings, during travel, or for confidential work.
  • Titan EcoGuard Red Light Screen Protector
  • – Utilises a light-conversion layer that converts harmful blue light into soothing, skin- and eye-friendly red light, supporting everyday wellness for users sensitive to blue light or those who frequently use devices at night. This invisible, colourless protection delivers 2x the red-light exposure vs. industry standards**** while maintaining a natural viewing experience.

All Titan EcoGuard screen protectors arrive in 100% recyclable packaging using FSC-certified paper. Each kit includes a microfiber cloth, dust removal sheet, and eco-friendly alignment tray for precise, frustration-free application. Titan EcoGuard is compatible with ultrasonic fingerprint sensors and engineered for next-generation device displays.

If It’s Broken, Fix It. Quickly, Easily, and Hassle-Free.

Doubling down on its commitment to delivering the highest quality product experience, Belkin introduces a new Wear and Tear replacement program in addition to its established product warranty.  Launching this month, consumers can easily replace screen protection products compromised by everyday use and/or life’s inevitable accidents, directly on Belkin.com.  The new process is straightforward, transparent, and most importantly, hassle-free.

Products will continue to be replaced at no cost, with a flat shipping and handling fee applied.

The program will be available in Australia, Canada, Germany, the UK and the US, for now, with plans to expand to other countries in the future.

Custom Screen Protection with Screen Skinz

Belkin is partnering with Screen Skinz to bring a new level of personalisation to screen protection. Coming soon to Belkin.com, customers will have the ability to create a custom design or choose from a curated collection of pre-made options, which will be etched directly onto their screen protector. The result is protection that is uniquely customised. Utilising Screen Skinz’ patented etching technology, designs are visible only when the phone display is off. When the screen is on, the design disappears to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted viewing experience while delivering trusted durability and peace of mind.

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