Vantager's AI Diligence Platform, Kyndryl's Agentic AI Framework, and Amazon Shuts Shanghai Lab - Enterprise AI Brief #27

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Welcome to the latest edition of the Enterprise AI Brief, dated July 25, 2025. This week, we're diving into a range of exciting developments in the world of artificial intelligence. Vantager has introduced a new AI diligence platform designed specifically for limited partners, aiming to streamline and enhance investment processes. Meanwhile, Addition Wealth has launched an AI-driven financial wellness platform, offering users personalized insights and strategies to improve their financial health.

In other news, ThoughtFocus is rolling out AI workforce solutions with no upfront fees, potentially transforming how businesses manage their human resources. Additionally, Kyndryl has unveiled its new Agentic AI Framework, which promises to bring more flexibility and efficiency to enterprise AI applications. Stay tuned as we explore these stories and more in this edition.

Vantager has launched an AI-powered platform to streamline data analysis for Limited Partnerships, while Addition Wealth introduces a customizable financial wellness platform for enterprises. ThoughtFocus offers AI workforce solutions with no upfront fees, and Kyndryl unveils the Agentic AI Framework for intelligent operations. Reply releases Prebuilt AI Apps for enterprise efficiency, and Wiv.ai introduces Wivy for automated FinOps. Deloitte and Palantir partner for AI-driven enterprise solutions, Ally Financial launches an AI platform for employee efficiency, and VirtuousAI debuts BAIO for mid-market growth.

S&P Global has launched AI-ready metadata on its Marketplace to enhance data accessibility for both human and AI users. Robots & Pencils appointed Tony Antonelli as CFO to support AI-driven growth. Virtusa Corporation acquired Sincera Technologies to boost digital transformation in telecommunications. HData acquired the Insight Engine platform to enhance regulatory intelligence in the energy sector. Booz Allen Hamilton increased its corporate venture capital commitment to $300 million, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing. Econet Wireless reported growth driven by AI integration and network expansion. Infosys announced a 2.6% growth in Q1 2025, driven by enterprise AI and large deals.

Bandwidth Inc. organized a roundtable in London with European enterprise leaders to discuss AI-related fraud, compliance, and trust in communications. Meanwhile, consulting firm McKinsey has restricted its China operations from participating in generative AI projects due to US government scrutiny over American companies' activities in China.

Accenture and Google Cloud are collaborating with Air France-KLM to establish a generative AI factory to enhance operational efficiency. Amazon Web Services (AWS) partners with Karini AI to provide scalable generative AI solutions through a no-code/low-code platform. NVIT launches JerichoAI to optimize cloud and AI workload costs. Tata Communications and AWS are developing an AI-ready network in India. IBM announces z/OS 3.2 for improved AI and cloud integration. NatWest Group partners with Accenture and AWS for a five-year AI transformation initiative. Zilliz Cloud launches a managed vector database service on AWS to enhance AI application performance.

Appier has launched its AdCreative.ai platform in Thailand, aiming to enhance creative marketing through Generative AI. Roots has been recognized by PropertyCasualty360 for its AI innovation in insurance with InsurGPT™. The UK Tax Authority is enhancing AI for better tax compliance. Amazon has shut down its Shanghai AI lab amid geopolitical tensions. ServiceNow projects strong revenue growth due to its generative AI product, Now Assist.

BeyondTrucks has hired Mahriah Alf, an MIT PhD, to lead the development of AI-native products for fleet efficiency. Adtech company MiQ has appointed Matt Speiser as its new group general counsel to support its growth and AI initiatives. HiddenLayer has appointed Chelsea Strong as Chief Revenue Officer to lead global sales and customer success, reflecting the growing demand for AI/ML security solutions. Novatae Risk Group has appointed Anju Arora as Vice President of Data, Business Intelligence, and Innovation, effective July 21, 2025. C5i, an AI & Analytics company, has appointed Liat Ben-Zur and Anshu Sharma Raja to its Strategic Advisory Board to advance AI initiatives and market offerings.

Vultron has secured $22 million to enhance its Agentic Operating System, focusing on federal growth, while Rwazi raised $12 million to advance its AI copilot for data-driven decision-making. Composio received $25 million in funding led by Lightspeed Venture Partners to expand its engineering team. Makersite raised €60 million for its sustainable design platform, and Boulevard secured $80 million to scale its AI for self-care businesses. Additionally, Heron obtained $16 million for AI workflow automation, and NeuralBase AI Ltd. received a $2 million investment from Fifth Wall Building Contracting LLC to enhance its BMP AI platform.

Pipefy and Oracle have joined forces to drive the adoption of generative AI by integrating Oracle's cloud infrastructure with Pipefy's automation solutions. Pave has launched its AI-powered compensation platform on the Google Cloud Marketplace, enhancing accessibility and billing integration. Faye and HeyGen are collaborating to offer advanced AI video solutions for personalized, multilingual campaigns. Basis partners with AWS to advance Generative AI technologies, while Credo AI launches a Global Partner Program with major companies to promote AI governance. Vuzix and Ramblr are integrating AI into smart glasses for enhanced task analysis, and H2 Organizer teams up with másLabor to improve temporary worker management. Lastly, Capgemini, Mistral AI, and Microsoft expand their partnership to boost generative AI adoption globally.