The convergence of API management and event-driven architectures (EDA) is gaining traction, as highlighted by Kong's emphasis on unifying the API and eventing developer experience through its Event Gateway and API platform. Industry analysts like Gartner and Forrester have long predicted this trend, which aims to integrate API and event management to streamline processes and reduce redundancy. Historically, organizational silos between API and event teams have hindered this unification, but the rise of platform teams focused on breaking down these barriers is changing the landscape. With the introduction of Kong Konnect, the platform offers tools for exposing event broker resources as API products, facilitating easier access to real-time data while maintaining security and efficiency. This approach enables developers to leverage both REST and real-time data sources, fostering innovation and improving customer experiences. Kong's initiative represents a broader shift towards integrating APIs and events within a unified platform, addressing the growing need for cohesive management in the era of hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.