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Kyndryl (NYSE:KD) has launched its new Kyndryl Agentic AI Framework, an enterprise-grade solution that deploys self-directed, self-learning AI agents to enhance business operations. The framework leverages Kyndryl's extensive infrastructure expertise and processes over 12 million AI-driven insights monthly through Kyndryl Bridge.

The Framework features advanced algorithms and secure-by-design AI agents that can operate across on-premises, cloud, or hybrid IT environments. Early adopters include a national government implementing the framework to improve public services and a financial institution utilizing it for compliance automation and IT optimization.

According to Kyndryl's 2025 People Readiness Report, only 40% of leaders currently use AI-powered insights for decision-making, and just 20% primarily use AI for new product development, highlighting the significant market opportunity for this solution.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) has announced the launch of its Microsoft Acceleration Hub, a new initiative developed in collaboration with Microsoft to advance AI adoption and digital transformation for enterprise customers. The Hub combines Kyndryl Consult services with Microsoft's technology stack, particularly focusing on Azure AI Foundry and Copilot implementations.

The initiative will utilize Kyndryl's global innovation labs, including a new AI Innovation Lab in Liverpool, to facilitate solution development and deployment. Notably, over 16,000 Kyndryl employees have earned more than 26,000 Microsoft certifications, and the company has achieved both the AI Platform on Microsoft Azure specialization and renewed its Azure Expert MSP designation, a status held by less than 2% of Microsoft's partner ecosystem.

Commvault (CVLT) has announced a strategic partnership with Kyndryl (KD) and Pure Storage to enhance cyber resilience and incident recovery services. The collaboration aims to help organizations meet stringent regulatory requirements including EU's DORA, NIS2, PSD2, NYDFS NYCRR 500, and Australia's APRA CPS 230. The partnership delivers a four-layer architecture featuring a Cyber Resilient Vault, Clean Recovery Zone, Production Rapid Restore, and Immutable Snapshot Recovery. The solution integrates Commvault's data protection capabilities with Pure Storage's FlashBlade and FlashArray technologies, offering automated testing and continuous validation for cyber recovery processes. The services are available across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions, with support through various partner programs.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) has launched new advisory and implementation services to accelerate mainframe modernization and migration to AWS Cloud by leveraging AWS Transform's agentic AI capabilities. As an Elite Launch Partner for AWS Transform for Mainframe, Kyndryl's services aim to streamline application modernization and reduce project timelines by approximately one-third. The company's integration platform, Kyndryl Bridge, will help identify applications suitable for modernization while utilizing AWS Transform. According to Kyndryl's 2024 Mainframe Modernization Survey, 86% of organizations are deploying or planning to deploy AI for mainframe modernization, with nearly half intending to use generative AI for transforming mainframe data into actionable insights. The partnership combines Kyndryl's mainframe expertise with AWS's AI capabilities to enhance digital transformation initiatives across industries.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) has announced a strategic global partnership with Databricks to enhance digital transformation capabilities for enterprise customers. The alliance combines Kyndryl's data and AI services with Databricks' Data Intelligence Platform to help organizations modernize their IT infrastructure and implement AI at scale. Key services include data foundation modernization, AI adoption acceleration, SAP data integration, and analytical insights delivery leveraging Kyndryl's mainframe expertise. The partnership aims to provide integrated solutions that enable customers to become data-driven organizations while modernizing their IT environments cost-effectively.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) released a global study revealing a significant gap between AI investment and workforce readiness. The research, surveying over 1,000 executives across 25 industries, found that while 95% of businesses have invested in AI, 71% report their workforces are not ready to leverage the technology effectively. Only 14% of companies, identified as "AI Pacesetters," are successfully deploying AI while preparing their workforce. Key findings show that 51% of organizations lack skilled AI talent, and 45% of CEOs believe employees are resistant to AI adoption. Banking and Financial Services report the highest AI preparedness, while Healthcare lags behind. The study also highlighted a disconnect between CEOs and CIOs/CTOs perspectives on AI implementation, with CEOs being more likely to perceive their organizations as being in early stages and preferring external hiring over upskilling existing employees.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), a leading enterprise technology services provider, has announced that CFO David Wyshner will present at the Bank of America Global Technology Conference on June 3, 2025, at 2:20 p.m. ET. During his presentation, Wyshner will provide insights into Kyndryl's business operations and financial performance. Interested parties can access the live webcast through Kyndryl's investor relations website at investors.kyndryl.com, with a replay available approximately 24 hours after the presentation.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) has partnered with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to modernize its IT infrastructure and enhance customer experience. The project involves replacing the existing Citizen Services Solution with a cloud-native system called MAX, which will be deployed on Microsoft Azure.

The new system will handle over 200,000 daily transactions and will be used across DMV headquarters, customer service centers, and call centers throughout Virginia. MAX, originally developed in Arizona, will improve transaction processing efficiency, enhance security measures, and create a more streamlined experience for Virginia residents.

The modernization initiative will migrate critical applications from mainframe to cloud infrastructure, focusing on three key areas: improving customer experience through efficient processing, enhancing security to meet federal and state standards, and driving innovation through a more agile cloud platform.

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) has announced a significant €100 million investment in France over three years to enhance the country's digital capabilities. The investment plan focuses on three key areas:

• Hiring up to 300 experts in data, AI, and cyber resilience
• Launching an AI private cloud service for French customers
• Establishing a new digital hub in Sophia-Antipolis focused on AI & cybersecurity

The initiative comes as research shows only 28% of French business leaders believe their workforce is fully prepared for AI adoption, with 50% citing a lack of skilled talent. This investment aligns with France's national strategy to boost digital transformation and economic competitiveness.