Key Points

• Backed by the intelligence of the IBM Cloudability platform and integration with Terraform, Cloudability Governance helps FinOps teams and engineers proactively understand cloud cost implications, forecast and comply with internal policies before deploying infrastructure.
• IBM Kubecost 3.0 represents the most comprehensive evolution of Kubecost to-date, delivering capabilities and enhancements to set a new Apptio standard for applying FinOps practices to Kubernetes deployments.
• New Apptio FinOps solutions are purpose-built for AI demand, empowering organizations with end-to-end visibility across cloud environments to derive practitioner efficiencies and actionable insights.

BELLEVUE, Wash., Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Apptio, an IBM company (NYSE: IBM), today unveiled next-generation FinOps solutions from IBM Cloudability and IBM Kubecost designed to enhance visibility and optimize cloud costs across complex, AI-driven environments. 

Apptio, an IBM company

As enterprises accelerate AI development, IT leaders are under increasing pressure to manage escalating costs effectively. IDC estimates that enterprise investments in AI infrastructure will reach $571 billion globally in 2026. Yet, according to an Apptio study, 55% of business leaders surveyed say they lack the information needed to evaluate technology spend effectively. FinOps provides an operational framework to address these challenges by empowering organizations with real-time visibility, financial accountability and management of cloud costs, maximizing business value and collaboration.

“Generative AI is not only pushing the limits of cloud infrastructure; it’s challenging the ability of technology and business leaders to make informed decisions and evaluate tech spend ROI. The AI era is one of information and compute-power overload,” said Eugene Khvostov, Chief Product Officer at Apptio. “So, it’s imperative for organizations to gain control over their cloud and data estate. That’s the first step in harnessing the AI opportunity and exactly what our new FinOps solutions are designed to address – proactive, and predictive cloud cost management.” 

Cloudability Governance: Proactive Control Across Multi-Cloud Environments

Infrastructure as Code helps teams scale cloud infrastructure with speed and consistency. But without FinOps alignment, there can be financial blind spots—where teams deploy at speed but may lack insights into the financial impact of their infrastructure decisions.

Backed by Cloudability and now integrated with HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP) and Hashicorp Terraform, Cloudability Governance is specifically designed to empower FinOps teams with greater control over cloud infrastructure deployments by automating cost compliance monitoring and applying defined organizational policy – all within the engineering workflow. This includes: 

• Reliably scale infrastructure using infrastructure as code. Centralized state management, secure execution, and team collaboration support consistent, deployments—and can help reduce risk and accelerate delivery across complex cloud environments.
• Enact informed policies for infrastructure provisioning with built-in checks that guide or enforce best practices like ensuring the correct organizational tags are applied. Integrate personalized cost estimates and financial guardrails to help teams make informed, proactive decisions and stay aligned with budgets before deployment.
• Control cloud spend with near real-time visibility into actual cloud costs after deployment and AI-powered recommendations to uncover opportunities to address waste, even ahead of deploying infrastructure. Detect anomalies, track spend against expectations and validate infrastructure decisions based on detailed billing data—helping teams stay accountable and optimize their cloud investments.

“Our customers want accurate, real-time visibility into the cost implications of the infrastructure they manage and deploy with HashiCorp Terraform,” said Armon Dadgar, CTO and co-founder of HashiCorp, an IBM company. “With native bi-directional integration between HashiCorp Terraform and Cloudability, engineers gain visibility into infrastructure costs, embedded governance checks, and optimization opportunities directly within their workflows.”

Kubecost 3.0: Setting a New Standard for Kubernetes Cost Management  

Kubecost 3.0 represents the most advanced evolution of Kubernetes cost management to date, built to help enterprises tackle the complexities of managing their Kubernetes environments at scale. With this latest version, Kubernetes teams gain access to: 

• Enhanced tools for unified resource management that provide a comprehensive view across clusters, streamlining cost allocation and resource utilization.
• Advanced savings recommendations, enabling precise identification of opportunities to optimize usage and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Comprehensive savings recommendations, featuring automated container right-sizing, advanced GPU monitoring and optimization powered by NVIDIA’s DCGM exporter, and enhanced node group sizing insights. These new capabilities were built for teams to quickly identify inefficiencies and take action to address costs across all workloads.
• Enhanced capabilities for scalability and security, helping to ensure that organizations can grow their Kubernetes deployments while prioritizing security and operational control in even the most complex cloud environments.

Cloudability Governance integration with HCP and Terraform Enterprise is available today in public preview. Kubecost 3.0 is generally available now. Apptio will demonstrate the new solutions at the annual TBM Conference and at KubeCon North America (Booth 800), showcasing how organizations can leverage FinOps for strategic business advantage. 

To learn more about Cloudability Governance, Kubecost 3.0, and how Apptio is transforming FinOps for the AI era, visit the Apptio Innovation Hub.

About Apptio, an IBM Company
Apptio, an IBM company, is a leading technology spend and value management software provider. Apptio’s AI-powered data insights empower leaders to make smarter financial and operational decisions across Information Technology (IT), multi-cloud FinOps, and digital product development. Apptio’s mission is to deliver business value with every technology investment and team. Powered by Apptio’s cloud platform, Apptio’s SaaS applications help translate technology spend into clear business outcomes and financial ROI. As a pioneer and category leader in Technology Business Management (TBM), FinOps, and Agile Portfolio Management, Apptio works with thousands of customers, partners, and community members worldwide.  

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CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Elitery, a leading managed service provider from Indonesia, through its Malaysian subsidiary Elitery Global Technology Sdn. Bhd. (Elitery Malaysia), in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and several leading universities across Malaysia, proudly announced the launch of the CendekiAwan Malaysia Program. The initiative officially launches with three charter universities: Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), and Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), with up to eight more universities on track to join.

In total, the CendekiAwan Malaysia Program aims to train 20,000 students from up to eleven universities across Malaysia, equipping them with practical Cloud Computing and Generative AI skills. The program will also host two national-level competitions: one featuring the Top 200 AI applications and another recognizing the Top 5 projects with real-world impact. Open to students from all academic disciplines, the program is designed to empower Malaysia’s next generation of digital talent, fostering creativity, innovation, and the development of future-ready skills essential for success in today’s digital economy.

The CendekiAwan Malaysia Program supports Malaysia’s MyDIGITAL Blueprint and the Ministry of Higher Education’s certification agenda. By joining as beneficiary universities, participating institutions will gain significant advantages through access to AWS-led learning and mentorship programs. For students, they will have access to AWS Skill Builder courses on Cloud Computing and Generative AI, hands-on experience through PartyRock, an Amazon Bedrock playground, and certificates of completion under AWS’s Future Builders initiative, part of AWS’s Training & Certification program. The program uses a carefully designed knowledge cascade: AWS experts first train Elitery’s professional trainers who then conduct dedicated Train-the-Trainer sessions for 8-12 faculty members from each university. These trained lecturers then become the primary educators who directly teach cloud computing and generative AI skills to their students.

While the universities benefit from co-hosting opportunities for AWS-led events and competitions, enhance research collaboration, and strengthen visibility in Malaysia’s digital transformation ecosystem.

“Elitery has always believed that technology is truly meaningful only when it empowers people. Wherever it may be, we remain committed to supporting Malaysia’s vision of building a future-ready digital workforce. This collaboration with AWS and leading universities marks an important milestone in Elitery’s journey to deliver innovation, inclusivity, and real-world impact across the region,” said Kresna Adiprawira, President Director of Elitery.

“Exposing students to AI skills at the earliest stages of their education is a step in the right direction for Malaysia’s future competitiveness,” said Emmanuel Pillai, Head of ASEAN, Education & Training at AWS. “The CendekiAwan Malaysia Program represents our belief that AI literacy is as fundamental as reading or mathematics, and we’re committed to democratizing access to these skills across all academic disciplines. Through initiatives like PartyRock, we’re fostering a culture of experimentation where young Malaysians learn by doing, testing ideas rapidly, and building confidence in their technical abilities.”

Running from November 2025 to January 2026, the CendekiAwan Malaysia Program will culminate in a national competition in February 2026, where students will showcase their PartyRock projects applying AI and cloud knowledge gained from the program. This initiative reflects AWS and Elitery’s shared mission to bridge Malaysia’s digital skills gap, foster innovation, and build a future-ready workforce. With strong partnerships across academia, government, and industry, the CendekiAwan Malaysia Program is expected to become a landmark success in nurturing Malaysia’s next generation of digital leaders.

About Elitery

Elitery (PT Data Sinergitama Jaya Tbk) is a leading Indonesian IT managed services provider specializing in managed cloud and managed security solutions. With strong experience and reputation, Elitery is trusted by world-class Cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a go-to-market partner in Indonesia, especially in the public sector. To date, Elitery has supported more than 200 organizations across the private sector, NGOs, and government institutions in adopting and implementing cloud-based solutions.

Elitery empowers enterprises and public sector organizations to modernize and safeguard their digital infrastructure, covering the full lifecycle: from planning, migration, and implementation to continuous monitoring and incident response. Through these services, Elitery helps clients achieve greater resilience, compliance, and efficiency in today’s digital economy.

Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (ticker: ELIT), Elitery has been recognized as Google Cloud Public Sector Partner of the Year (Asia Pacific) and certified as a Great Place to Work®, underscoring its industry leadership and people-focused culture. Expanding beyond Indonesia, Elitery has established Elitery Global Technology Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia, focusing on cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and regional digital transformation. As part of this strategic move, Elitery has also partnered with Iloken System Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysia-based technology company with a proven track record in digital solutions and systems integration.

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ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Integrow Inc., a global provider of unified ERP and CRM solutions, which officially launched its platform at Dreamforce 2025 (DF 2025) announced today the opening of its EMEA Regional Development and Support Center in Istanbul, Turkey. These milestones mark a significant step in Integrow’s mission to redefine enterprise unification and strengthen its support outside of Americas to clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

The Istanbul facility will serve as the company’s regional headquarters for EMEA operations, driving innovation, regional customization, and client engagement. It will focus on product development, technical delivery, and multilingual customer support to accelerate growth in key international markets.

“This is a defining moment for Integrow,” said Fahad Raza, Vice President of Technical Development & Delivery, who will lead the EMEA team from Istanbul. “Launching Integrow at Dreamforce 2025 and opening our EMEA center within the same month reflects our commitment to a global scale and regional empowerment. Istanbul’s strategic location positions us perfectly to connect with customers across continents and deliver localized innovation with speed and precision.”

The Istanbul center will play a vital role in advancing Integrow’s vision to unify operations, HR, finance, marketing, sales, field services and customer management on a single intelligent platform. Leveraging Turkey’s dynamic tech ecosystem and proximity to major business hubs, the center will develop next-generation AI and agentic capabilities further that bridges data, automation, and customer engagement across all functions.

“Our customers are transforming fast, and they need platforms that evolve with them,” Raza added. “This investment allows us to work side-by-side with our clients in EMEA, co-creating solutions that are intelligent, scalable, and ready for the future of connected business.”

The launch at Dreamforce 2025 and the establishment of the Istanbul Regional Development and Support Center underscore Integrow’s commitment to empowering enterprises through most modern AI and agentic based operational excellence, and customer-centric innovation.

About Integrow
Integrow Inc. is an agentic unified ERP and CRM platform powered with AI, enabling organizations to streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and make data-driven decisions with confidence. Trusted by businesses worldwide, Integrow delivers adaptable, scalable, and intelligent solutions designed for the modern enterprise.

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SHANGHAI, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — H World Group Limited (NASDAQ: HTHT) (HongKong: 01179), a leading global hospitality group, marked its 20th anniversary by announcing a new strategic phase focused on supply-side innovation and quality growth. The company plans to operate more than 20,000 hotels in 2,000 Chinese cities by 2030, aiming for approximately 15% market share.

Ji Qi, Founder and Executive Chairman, H World Group

At the Partners Day event in Shanghai, H World Founder and Executive Chairman Ji Qi expressed his long-term confidence in China’s economy and hospitality sector:

“I remain firmly optimistic about China, the hospitality industry, and H World. China’s hotel industry holds tremendous potential — the real opportunities lie in supply-side reform.”

H World Group Vision 2030: Scaling with Quality

Ji said H World’s growth strategy centers on three pillars – brand leadership, a powerful membership ecosystem, and an advanced technology backbone.

• Brand Leadership: Multi-brand portfolio spanning mass-market to luxury — including Hanting, JI Hotel, Orange Hotel, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, IntercityHotel, and Crystal Hotel — supported by industrialized supply chain capabilities and strong brand equity.
• Membership Advantage: The H Rewards membership program has surpassed 280 million members, making it the world’s largest hotel loyalty platform, driving direct bookings and repeat stays.
• Technology Backbone: A self-developed, full-stack digital platform covering booking, operations, and analytics powers real-time management and personalized experiences for guests and franchise partners.

A Foundation for the Next Twenty Years

Nearly 4,000 franchisees, investors, and partners joined the celebration as the company reflected on its journey from a single hotel in 2005 to more than 12,000 properties across 19 countries and regions.

To date, H World has welcomed more than two billion guests and contributed over RMB 300 billion in industry investment. According to HOTELS Magazine 2025, H World ranks 4th globally among hotel groups by room count, with Hanting recognized as the world’s largest single hotel brand and JI Hotel among the top five.

“H World is committed to delivering high-quality growth and becoming the infrastructure of China’s hospitality industry,” Ji said. Our mission is to make ‘Chinese hospitality’ resonate globally, and to build inspiring spaces that redefine travel experiences in China and around the world.”

About H World Group Limited

Headquartered in China, H World Group Limited (NASDAQ: HTHT; HK: 01179) is a leading global hospitality company with a diversified portfolio including Steigenberger Icons, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, MAXX, HanTing, JI Hotel, Crystal Orange Hotel, among others. The Group emphasizes asset-light operations, digital innovation, and strategic brand development to drive sustainable international growth.

For more information, please visit H World’s website: https://ir.hworld.com

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, today announced a seven-year Framework Agreement with ACWA Power, the world’s largest private water desalination company, leader in the energy transition and first mover into green hydrogen. Under the agreement, Envision Energy partner’s with ACWA Power’s upcoming projects in Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Central and Eastern Asian regions.

The partnership establishes a comprehensive framework to accelerate renewable energy development across Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, China, and other strategic markets through wind turbine supply, technological cooperation, and operational maintenance. This collaboration will drive innovation in wind turbine performance, enhancing efficiency, capacity, and safety while advancing local manufacturing initiatives. In Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Envision and its joint venture partner will establish local production capabilities for key WTG components, along with service infrastructure, in alignment with Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Vision 2030. Similarly, in Uzbekistan, Envision will develop manufacturing capacity for concrete towers and blades while deploying comprehensive service solutions to support ACWA Power’s local content goals. The two parties will also jointly pursue business development opportunities in China.

“At this pivotal moment in the global energy transition, our partnership with ACWA Power represents a significant step toward a sustainable energy future,” said Kane Xu, Senior Vice President and President of International Product Lines at Envision Energy, “By integrating Envision’s smart wind turbine technology and global localization expertise with ACWA Power’s multinational project development capabilities, we are committed not only to driving the green transformation in countries like Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan, but also to establishing a viable cooperation model for emerging markets worldwide – demonstrating how global collaboration can collectively shape a more secure, cleaner, and resilient energy future.”

“Climate action is both a global imperative and a core commitment for ACWA Power as a responsible investor.” stated Marco Arcelli, CEO of ACWA Power, “True energy transition requires solutions that deliver environmental and economic value simultaneously – it requires reliable technology, bankable business models, and tangible empowerment of local industrial ecosystems. Our partnership with Envision represents exactly this approach, moving beyond clean power generation to co-create sustainable energy ecosystems. Together, we will bring cutting-edge technology, localized job opportunities, and long-term energy resilience to our host countries, accelerating the realization of their national energy blueprints.”