Summary
- Prosus has introduced ToqanClaw, a no-code AI platform that enables businesses to create custom tools using natural language.
- This platform is marketed as a GDPR-compliant alternative to AI agents like OpenClaw, ensuring data remains under local control.
- Initial users have reportedly experienced reduced reporting times, increased revenue, and enhanced operational efficiency with the AI-driven features of the platform.
The European investment group Prosus has launched ToqanClaw, a no-code solution that allows businesses to create tailored tools and automations by simply describing their requirements in everyday language. The company positions ToqanClaw as a more secure and private option compared to OpenClaw, emphasizing that data is kept under European jurisdiction, as stated in their official announcement.
According to Prosus, "Developed internally and integrated with our AI platform, Toqan, ToqanClaw incorporates many features of OpenClaw within a secure framework, ensuring your data remains under your control and is never utilized for training external models."
ToqanClaw operates on Prosus' proprietary AI infrastructure and is being implemented across a network of over five million restaurants, merchants, and entrepreneurs, highlighting its significance within the context of GDPR regulations.
This focus on privacy is likely to resonate with organizations wary of the governance surrounding AI tools, particularly as agent systems often depend on third-party services that may not be fully controlled by the provider.
This development occurs as AI agents like OpenClaw and Hermes face increased scrutiny from regulators in Europe. German authorities have already taken measures against the use of biometric data in identity verification systems, amid rising concerns regarding security and data management.
Preliminary results from restaurant partners indicate significant improvements. For instance, one Dutch café chain has reduced its financial reporting time from weeks to just 30 minutes and achieved a 40% increase in year-over-year revenue, according to Prosus. Another partner reported a 25% increase in deliveries while decreasing overtime by 60%.
Additionally, Prosus has developed its own Large Commerce Model, trained on data from over a billion customers and hundreds of millions of daily interactions. This capability allows agents to evolve beyond simple task execution to anticipating business needs.
In conjunction with ToqanClaw, Prosus is also launching a consumer-oriented assistant named Zapia, which is designed for everyday use rather than business applications.
Prosus CEO Fabricio Bloisi stated, "We are not only creating a future for our ecosystem partners but also developing AI that serves consumers. The future will not require opening multiple apps to organize your week, book a trip, or compare prices. You will simply instruct your assistant on what you want, and it will handle it for you."