SINGAPORE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, today released its latest State of Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) Report. The report shows that CDNetworks’ security platform intercepted 887.4 billion web attacks targeting applications and APIs in 2024, marking a 21.4% increase compared to the previous year.

The report also highlights a rise in both the intensity and sophistication of attacks, fueled by the rapid adoption of AI automation tools. In 2024, terabit-level DDoS attacks increased nearly tenfold, with 86% lasting more than 10 minutes. At the same time, CDNetworks’ AI-powered defenses blocked 114.7% more malicious bot traffic compared to 2023. These trends point to a more challenging threat landscape, where attacks are easier to launch and increasingly difficult to defend against.

Other key findings of the report include:

Gaming platforms remained top DDoS targets; e-commerce bot attacks increased by 46.2%.78% of API attacks occurred post-authentication, revealing a significant security gap.Web exploit attacks surged by 35.01%, with HTTP protocol violations identified as a primary attack vector.AI-powered defense has become essential against evolving threats (e.g., low-and-slow DDoS, AI-driven bot attacks).

The State of WAAP Report 2024 also provides strategic recommendations to help organizations strengthen their security posture and prepare for future security challenges.

“The landscape of web application and API attacks is shifting dramatically due to increased automation and complexity,” said Antony Li, Global Head of Infrastructure at CDNetworks. “Our report uncovers these emerging challenges and highlights why intelligent, AI-powered defenses are no longer optional but essential.”

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The State of WAAP Report 2024 is a valuable resource for organizations to stay ahead of today’s increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. To access the in-depth findings, download the full report.

About CDNetworks

As the APAC-leading network with over 2,800 global PoPs and more than 20 years of technology experience, CDNetworks delivers the fastest and most secure digital experiences to end users. Our diverse products and services include web performance, media delivery, cloud security, zero trust security, and colocation services — all designed to spur business innovation. To learn more, visit cdnetworks.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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BENGALURU, India, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Algonomy, the global leader in algorithmic decisioning for retail, today announced the launch of three cutting-edge solutions purpose-built to help retailers deliver hyper-personalized shopping experiences at scale: Ensemble AI, Social Proof Messaging, and Active Content.

These product innovations represent the next leap forward in retail personalization, merchandising efficiency, and real-time customer engagement.

Ensemble AI redefines styling with a real-time, AI-powered outfitting engine that mimics a personal stylist—automatically creating editorial-style, head-to-toe looks tailored to individual shopper preferences, behavior, and current trends. By dynamically assembling complete, visually stunning outfits at key digital touchpoints, Ensemble AI increases average order value, improves conversion rate, and reduces styling overhead.

Social Proof Messaging brings credibility and urgency to the shopper journey, enabling brands to embed psychological nudges—like trending tags, low stock indicators, and user popularity signals—throughout the funnel. With game-changing AI-led optimization, the platform automatically tests message variants and displays the best-performing one, maximizing KPIs such as conversion rate, add-to-cart rate, and revenue per visit.

Active Content delivers website-like personalization on email and other marketing channels, boosting engagement, clicks, and conversions. It enables marketers to effortlessly draw from, mash up, and layer data from multiple sources to craft visually compelling marketing campaigns, delivered with open-time personalization. Powered by Generative AI and Algonomy’s advanced decisioning engine, Active Content tailors every message to each individual with precision.

Together, these new offerings expand Algonomy’s Retail AI portfolio, which already includes market-leading products like Recommend™ (real-time personalized recommendations), multimodal search, Audience Manager, and supply chain optimization tech like Order Right.

“Retail is undergoing a seismic shift—from static experiences to dynamic, real-time engagement across the shopper journey. With Ensemble AI, Social Proof Messaging, and Active Content, we’re giving retailers the tools to operate with precision, creativity, and intelligence at scale—so they can meet every customer with relevance in the moment,” said Mark Buckallew, Chief Product Officer, Algonomy.

Meet Us at NRF APAC 2025

Algonomy will showcase these new innovations alongside its full product suite at NRF APAC 2025, which will take place June 3–5 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Visit us at Booth #1116 to experience the future of algorithmic retail in action.

For more information, visit https://algonomy.com/nrf-apac-2025

About Algonomy
Algonomy helps consumer businesses maximize customer value by automating decisioning across key retail functions, with AI-enabled solutions for eCommerce, Marketing, Merchandising, and Supply Chain. Algonomy is a trusted partner to more than 400 leading brands, with a global presence spanning over 20 countries. Our innovations have garnered recognition from top industry analysts such as Gartner and Forrester. More at www.algonomy.com. 

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SINGAPORE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Cambodian Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) is a founding anchor partner for open innovation platform Plug and Play’s new location in Phnom Penh, with the American University of Phnom Penh Technology Center (ATC) serving as an advisory member. The Plug and Play Cambodia Program aims to position Cambodia as a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation whose reach extends beyond Asia-Pacific.

“This collaboration marks a significant step forward in strengthening Cambodia’s position as a center for digital innovation and entrepreneurship. By partnering with Plug and Play and ATC, we are fostering a dynamic ecosystem where startups can thrive, access critical resources, and scale globally. Through this initiative, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting technology-driven growth, attracting investment, and empowering Cambodian innovators to make a lasting impact in the region and beyond,” says MPTC Secretary of State H.E. So Visothy.

Plug and Play intends to expand its Cambodian network by engaging corporations and organizations through deal flows and industry events. Focusing on five key sectors—Financial Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Food & Agriculture, and Logistics, the Plug and Play Cambodia Program’s objective is to expand Cambodia’s startup ecosystem by accelerating the growth of high-potential startups, supporting their commercialization, and enabling international expansion. Additionally, it will offer investment services to develop Cambodia’s venture capital asset class. Plug and Play’s Open Innovation Services will further empower corporations by building their innovation capabilities and facilitating mutually beneficial collaborations with startups.

Plug and Play, a Silicon Valley-based global open innovation platform, has an established presence in Asia Pacific through its Singapore headquarters, connecting corporates, startups, and venture capitalists within its vast ecosystem.

“We are excited to launch Plug and Play Cambodia, a milestone that reflects our commitment to fostering innovation across Southeast Asia. Cambodia’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem and growing pool of entrepreneurial talent make it a promising hub for global innovation,” says Jupe Tan, Managing Partner of Plug and Play APAC. “Through this platform, we aim to connect local startups with our international network of corporate partners, investors, and mentors to help them scale and succeed on a global stage.”

To engage early-stage startups, the Plug and Play Cambodia Program plans to collaborate with the ATC, the university’s dedicated startup platform. By onboarding startups from ATC’s incubator, the Plug and Play Cambodia Program will build on ATC’s existing initiatives through organizing events, programs, and training sessions.

“At ATC, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. Partnering with Plug and Play and MPTC allows us to provide startups with greater access to mentorship, funding, and global market opportunities. This collaboration will strengthen Cambodia’s startup ecosystem and empower local talent to drive impactful innovation on an international scale,” says Chea Somphors, General Manager of ATC.

As a rapidly digitalizing country, Cambodia holds great potential to become a thriving startup ecosystem. With support from MPTC and in partnership with ATC, a leading institution already driving startup growth initiatives, Plug and Play seeks to accelerate these efforts and establish innovation practices in Cambodia. This partnership with MPTC and ATC will empower local innovators and startup owners to pursue regional and global opportunities, tapping into Plug and Play’s Silicon Valley connections and expertise to scale promising startups beyond borders.

About Plug and Play

Plug and Play is the leading innovation platform, connecting startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we’re present in 60+ locations across five continents. We offer corporate innovation programs and help our corporate partners in every stage of their innovation journey, from education to execution. We also organize startup acceleration programs and have built an in-house VC to drive innovation across multiple industries where we’ve invested in hundreds of successful companies including Dropbox, Guardant Health, Honey, Lending Club, N26, PayPal, and Rappi.

Our Asia Pacific headquarters was launched in Singapore in 2010 and we are now present in five cities in Southeast Asia with additional locations in China, Japan, Korea and India. We work closely with both the public and private sector with programs, innovation initiatives and startup investments across the region.

For more information, visit https://www.plugandplayapac.com

About the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC)

The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) is the government ministry managing Cambodia’s postal and telecommunications systems. Based in Phnom Penh, MPTC promotes effective network infrastructure connectivity and accessible services of Post, Telecommunications, and ICT sectors across the Kingdom of Cambodia, the region, and the world in order to contribute to socioeconomic development.

MPTC focuses on expanding effective, reliable, and secure infrastructure, modernizing services, and ensuring nationwide coverage. The ministry promotes digital development at all levels of government to enhance public service delivery, supports ICT awareness and capacity building, encourages investment and R&D, and upholds regulatory compliance to ensure fair competition and consumer protection.

For more information, visit https://mptc.gov.kh/en/

About AUPP Technology Center (ATC)

The AUPP Technology Center (ATC) is a platform where technology startups, corporates, and professionals can create value and unlock potential. By providing space, resources, guidance, and mentorship to selected tech startups in Cambodia, ATC helps propel them to a global scale, contributing to the transformation of the Cambodian digital economy. At the same time, global technology companies gain access to Cambodia’s growing market and emerging talent through ATC.

ATC is also home to the Center of Leadership and Professional Development (CLPD), which hosts professional and leadership training programs focused on corporate and leadership development. These programs bridge skill gaps along the corporate growth journey by developing industry-specific and key management capabilities, equipping Cambodian professionals and employers with world-class learning and development solutions.

For more information, visit https://www.aupptechcenter.com

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