Brief

Kong AI Gateway, a platform for managing AI traffic, has recently updated its capabilities with the release of Agent Gateway in April 2026. This update addresses previous criticisms regarding native async execution for agent loops and enhances LLM, MCP, and agent-to-agent traffic governance. While Kong offers a mature ecosystem, strong performance, and a GitOps-friendly configuration, its advanced AI features like token-based rate limiting and PII sanitization are often tied to enterprise licensing, which can significantly increase costs. AI

OpenMeter, a new open-source usage metering platform, has been launched by Y Combinator W23 batch members. The platform is designed for real-time tracking of customer usage, enabling businesses to implement flexible billing models. It aims to provide developers with a robust and transparent solution for managing and monetizing their services. AI