New tech on the block: Digital infrastructure, cloud, Digital Transformation, cryptocurrency, medtech, cybersecurity, social media & pharmacology

The Tech Panda takes a look at recent tech launches.

Digital Infrastructure: End-to-end solution to deliver infrastructure to simplify & accelerate high-performance data center buildouts

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a company in critical digital infrastructure, announced the global availability of Vertiv™ OneCore, a scalable prefabricated solution that integrates Vertiv’s proven power, thermal, and IT infrastructure technologies into a single, factory-assembled system. Designed to accelerate high-density data center deployments, Vertiv OneCore simplifies project execution by reducing on-site complexity and compressing timelines. The solution is now available globally for a range of deployments, including enterprise, colocation, sovereign, and neocloud environments.

“Vertiv OneCore is our answer to the need for reducing complexity and enabling speed in building data center capacity at scale,” said Viktor Petik, senior vice president of infrastructure solutions at Vertiv. “We know the challenge isn’t just designing for today’s needs but building an adaptable foundation for the future. This solution reduces project complexity by standardizing key components while preserving the flexibility to scale and evolve, expand easily, and integrate new technologies as business and IT requirements evolve.”

Features

• Scalable power capacity: Supports 5 to 50 MW in a single block to meet growing energy demands for AI and high-density deployments.
• High rack density flexibility: Configurable for 96 to 944 racks, supporting low to extreme densities and enabling tailored designs based on IT requirements.
• Integrated thermal and power systems: Delivers energy-efficient, space-saving cooling and power infrastructure with Vertiv’s proven technologies, including a broad range of liquid cooling and advanced heat rejection systems and scalable power management and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.
• Concurrent maintainability: Electrical and thermal systems are designed for availability and system resilience during maintenance or upgrades.
• Optimized site and environmental performance: Operates in temperatures from -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F), supporting robust performance in diverse global climates. 
• Advanced redundancy: Includes redundant configuration options for both Primary and Secondary Fluid Networks, as well as options for distributed electrical redundancy.
• Broad voltage compatibility: Compatible with 11–35 kV medium voltage and 400V–480V 3-phase AC power input, meeting diverse regional standards.
• Comprehensive post-deployment service and support: Backed by Vertiv’s global service organization, customers gain access to expert-led commissioning, proactive maintenance programs, and rapid response capabilities to support long-term performance, availability, and operational efficiency across the full data center lifecycle.

Cloud: Serverless Log Analytics, in a New Low-priced Tier

Elastic (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company, announced Elastic Observability Logs Essentials (“Logs Essentials”), a new tier within Elastic Cloud Serverless that delivers fast, scalable and cost-effective log analytics powered by Elasticsearch.

“SREs need a hassle-free, scale-as-you-go, high-availability logging solution that empowers them to focus entirely on operational insights, not infrastructure, without the complexity of standing up and maintaining observability tooling,” Santosh Krishnan, general manager, Observability & Security at Elastic. “Logs Essentials makes it easy to get started with Elastic by offering a simple, reliable path to insights at a lower entry point.”

Features

• Fast and precise log analytics using filters, pattern matching, alerting, rich visualizations, and ES|QL (Elastic’s piped query language), to help SREs quickly identify and resolve issues
• Seamless automatic scaling through Elastic Cloud Serverless, with high availability and zero operational overhead
• Price-optimized for log analytics, allowing you to search, analyze, and visualize at scale, but only pay for what you ingest and store

Cryptocurrency: Instant Deposits for Visa and Mastercard

Bitget, the cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, officially released conversion payout feature that allows users to instantly convert crypto assets such as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) into fiat and deposit the funds directly to their Visa or Mastercard. This rollout significantly reduces the time and complexity typically associated with off-ramping, offering a faster and more secure alternative to bank transfers and peer-to-peer transactions.

“Integrating crypto into daily life means making it as simple to use as traditional money,” said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. “Visa and Mastercard are among the most widely accepted payment methods worldwide. Giving our users the ability to convert crypto and access funds instantly on these platforms is a crucial step toward making digital assets more functional for real life utility.”

Features

• With the advancement of existing credit and debit card channels, the feature offers a streamlined off-ramp process. Users can access the service directly from Bitget’s “Buy & Sell Crypto” page by selecting the ‘Sell Crypto’ option, choosing their card, and receiving fiat instantly without the usual waiting period or bottlenecks tied to banking networks.
• The payout feature shows Bitget’s focus on building efficient, real-world bridges between crypto and traditional finance. The upgraded feature allows users to quickly liquidate digital assets and access fiat with minimal friction, expanding crypto’s utility for global everyday transactions.

MedTech: India’s First Advanced 3D Printing Hub for Orthopedic Implants

In a landmark collaboration that spans three continents, OIC International (USA), Medi Mold, part of the Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone (AMTZ) (India), and AddUp, a subsidiary of Fives Group (France) have announced a strategic partnership to establish India’s most advanced orthopedic implant manufacturing facility powered by 3D printing and precision engineering. The facility will be housed within AMTZ, India’s flagship medical device manufacturing park.

“This partnership reflects our commitment to making world-class orthopedic implants affordable and accessible in India,” said Shri Shetty, CEO of OIC International. “India is a key strategic market for us, and 3D printing is the platform that enables us to innovate, lower costs, and meet the country’s growing surgical needs. By manufacturing locally at AMTZ, we align with the government of India’s Make in India vision while delivering global-quality care to Indian patients.”

Features

• AddUp’s cutting-edge metal additive manufacturing technology will serve as the backbone of the new facility. By enabling the production of geometrically complex, patient-specific implants with reduced material waste, 3D printing introduces a paradigm shift in how orthopedic devices are designed, validated, and brought to market.
• The first metal 3D printer from AddUp’s FormUp range will be installed at AMTZ, enabling rapid prototyping and market entry. This infrastructure, operated by Medi Mold, will ensure speed, flexibility, and efficiency in manufacturing — a vital combination for meeting the growing orthopedic demand in India and abroad.

Cybersecurity: MDR-Optimized Microsoft 365 Backup and Recovery Solution

Sophos, a company in next-generation cybersecurity solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Rubrik (NYSE: RBRK), the cybersecurity company, to deliver Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik. This marks the first Microsoft 365 backup and recovery solution purpose-built for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) environments and fully integrated within Sophos Central, the company’s unified security operations platform.

“We are reshaping what it means to stay operational in a world shaped by constant digital disruption,” said Joe Levy, CEO, Sophos. “This is the future of cyber resilience: an intelligent, adaptive partnership that ensures organizations remain secure, responsive, and uninterrupted. By combining Sophos’ prevention-first approach with Rubrik’s recovery strengths, we empower our customers to remain resilient and maintain continuity—even under attack.”

Features

• Secure, immutable backups – Microsoft 365 data is isolated via Rubrik’s air-gapped architecture, WORM locks, and customer-held encryption keys. Backups remain tamper-proof even in the event of compromised admin credentials.
• Fast, flexible recovery – Customers can rapidly restore emails, OneDrives, SharePoint sites, and Teams channels to original or alternate accounts—even those that are inactive.
• Automated protection – Microsoft 365 users, sites, and mailboxes are auto-discovered, Entra ID-based policies applied, and delegated admin roles supported—reducing operational complexity.
• Unified experience – Managed entirely through Sophos Central, enabling organizations to unify protection, detection, response, and recovery workflows without additional tools.

Social Media: India’s First Snapchat AR Lens by a BFSI Brand

YES SECURITIES, a subsidiary of YES BANK, announced the launch of ‘What’s your Investyle?’ an interactive Snapchat AR Lens. This is the first time a BFSI brand in India is leveraging Snapchat’s AR platform to drive financial awareness among younger audiences in a format they love—fun, social, and highly shareable.

Amit Bhandare, Head – Marketing and Corporate Communications, YES SECURITIES, shares, “The ‘What’s Your Investyle?’ campaign is a strategic initiative to engage with the Gen Z audience by aligning with their digital behaviour and personal expression. Through this campaign on Snapchat, we aim to create meaningful awareness about our newly launched OMNI App, which empowers users to invest in a manner that is intuitive, seamless and reflective of their individual style.”

Features

• The filter helps users discover their Investyle—such as the Bold Tiger or the Cautious Turtle—each representing a distinct investment style and risk appetite.
• It encourages users to tag friends, share their results, and engage in friendly conversations about money, behaviour, and investing.

Cybersecurity: Gateways Purpose-Built for MSPs to Deliver Enterprise-Grade Security to SMBs

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, today announced the launch of its new Quantum Spark 2500 series gateways—built to deliver smarter security, faster connectivity, and simpler MSP management for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

“Our new Quantum Spark series is built with MSPs in mind,” said Francisco Criado, VP of Worldwide Partner Ecosystem at Check Point. “It helps partners reduce complexity, streamline operations, and deliver consistent security across hundreds or even thousands of SMBs.”

Features

• The 2500 series is powered by ThreatCloud AI and the latest R82 software, offering industry-leading protection against malware, phishing, zero-day exploits, and DNS-based attacks. Built-in virtual patching and zero-phishing technology allow defenses to stay ahead of attackers even before official patches are applied.
• Blocks 99.9 percent of known and unknown threats
• Delivers real-time AI-driven threat prevention
• Provides consistent policy enforcement across customer environments
• The gateway connectivity features include Wi-Fi 7, dual-SIM 5G, and SD-WAN. These features give SMBs the bandwidth and resilience they need to maintain productivity and cloud access.
• Wi-Fi 7 delivers up to 2.4 times faster wireless performance
• 5G enables high-speed internet, even in remote locations
• SD-WAN and dual ISP ports support seamless failover and high availability
• Business continuity is critical for SMBs. That is why the 2500 series includes redundant power supplies, optional high-availability clustering, and dual SIM connectivity to keep operations running smoothly, even during outages or hardware failure.
• Dual ISP and SD-WAN ensure continuous connectivity
• Dual power and failover clustering support maximum uptime
• Designed to prevent downtime across distributed environments
• Managing dozens or thousands of SMB customers is easier with the upgraded Spark Management cloud-delivered application, now fully integrated into the Infinity Portal. This platform supports multi-tenant, multi-tiered administration with centralized visibility, proactive alerts, and automation.
• Zero-touch provisioning and template-based configurations reduce setup time
• Unified dashboards monitor network, Wi-Fi, endpoint, email, and SASE in one view
• Self-service portals empower SMBs while freeing up MSP resources

Pharmacology: High-Strength Paracetamol Oral Suspension 500mg/5ml for Enhanced Adult & Elderly Care

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., India’s pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation, launched Paracetamol Oral Suspension 500mg/5ml in the Indian market. This high-strength, easy-to-administer formulation is designed to improve pain and fever management in adult and geriatric patients.

Sandeep Jain, Joint Managing Director of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., said ‘’At Akums, we always strive to develop solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives. This new high-strength paracetamol suspension is a result of listening to what patients and caregivers truly need—something effective, easy to take, and less of a burden during times of illness. Whether it’s for an elderly person struggling to swallow tablets or someone managing care at home, we believe this product will make treatment simpler and more comfortable. It’s another step in our journey to create accessible and thoughtful healthcare solutions for everyone.”

Features

• Offers therapeutic adult dosing in a minimal volume. It addresses the growing demand in India for liquid formulations suitable for patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets.
• Paracetamol 500mg/5ml is among the most concentrated liquid paracetamol formulations available in the Indian market. By delivering an effective adult dose in just 5ml, it significantly reduces dosing frequency and volume—particularly beneficial in outpatient, hospital, and home care settings across India.
• It enables rapid symptom relief, especially in cases where IV access is unavailable or oral tablets are ineffective or cause discomfort.
• Designed for real-world convenience, this oral suspension supports better compliance, especially in elderly patients, post-surgical recovery cases, and those with dysphagia or swallowing difficulties.
• Compared to traditional 250mg/5ml suspensions available in the market, which require 10–20ml per dose, the new formulation minimises confusion and enhances caregiver ease with a straightforward “5ml = 500mg” format—especially helpful in homecare and community health scenarios commonly seen in the Indian market.

Cloud: VPC and WAF to Enable Hassle-Free and Secure Cloud Migration

Utho Cloud, India’s Own Cloud Platform, launched two advanced enterprise-grade solutions, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and Web Application Firewall (WAF), aimed at enabling seamless and secure migration for businesses looking to shift from hyperscale cloud providers.

Manoj Dhanda, Founder and CTO of Utho Cloud, said, “Customers often ask us, ‘If we move from the XYZ platform, will our existing architecture work?’ Our answer is now a confident yes. With VPC and enhanced network control, businesses can migrate without compromise, with the same architecture, same tools, and even better support.”

Features

• Combining compute, storage, VPC, and WAF, Utho now provides a full cloud stack optimized for high-performance workloads. Companies migrating from any hyperscale cloud provider can keep their deployment models, tools, and architecture intact and save costs by up to 60%.
• With its new VPC offering, Utho now gives users complete control over their private cloud networks, including IP addressing, routing, subnet configurations, and traffic isolation. This flexibility allows businesses to lift-and-shift workloads from existing hyperscale providers without having to redesign their architecture, ensuring business continuity and operational ease.