Kong has introduced several new features in Kong Konnect to enhance API lifecycle management for the cloud native era, focusing on multi-protocol support, secure automation, service management, and API analytics. Notably, Kong Gateway now includes a GraphQL Rate Limiting plugin that allows for more granular rate limiting based on GraphQL queries, improving flexibility for API clients. The addition of System Accounts enables secure automation by allowing non-personalized accounts, reducing administrative overhead. The Service Hub has been updated to provide a more comprehensive view of services, facilitating easier discovery and management across various environments. Enhanced service documentation, analytic insights, and API specifications are now more accessible, aiding service owners and consumers alike. Additionally, the API analytics interface now supports custom report creation, offering advanced filtering and real-time insights to help maintain API health. These updates aim to streamline API management, making it more efficient and effective for organizations navigating the evolving cloud native landscape.