PartnershipJun 3, 2026, 06:32 AM
Akamai Partners with GM Sectec for PCI DSS v4.0.1 Compliance
AI Summary
Akamai Technologies announced that GM Sectec, a global leader in PCI-led managed security services, has joined its Partner Connect Program. This partnership aims to help global enterprises simplify the transition to PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance, govern the emerging agentic digital workforce, and strengthen defenses against ransomware and API-based threats. The collaboration integrates GM Sectec’s PCI compliance validation with Akamai’s advanced security portfolio, including Akamai API Security and Akamai Guardicore Segmentation, to deliver a multilayered defense.
Key Highlights
- Akamai and GM Sectec partnered to simplify PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance for global enterprises.
- The collaboration addresses governance of emerging agentic digital workforce and API-based threats.
- Partnership integrates GM Sectec's PCI compliance validation with Akamai's advanced security portfolio.
- Key initiatives include pioneering "agentic compliance" for non-human identity governance.
- Akamai API Security will combat "ghost APIs" and monitor API behavior.
- Akamai Guardicore Segmentation enhances ransomware prevention through Zero Trust microsegmentation.
- GM Sectec provides 24/7 global incident response and PCI forensic investigator teams.
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