Azul Systems, a Java-focused technology provider, has announced its OpenJDK solutions are equipped to support financial institutions in meeting the European Union’s (EU) Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) requirements.
With enforcement set to begin on 17 January 2025, the regulation introduces rigorous operational resilience standards for EU-based financial entities and international companies operating in the region.
The act aims to bolster the digital resilience of financial institutions by addressing information and communications technology (ICT) risks, ensuring entities can respond to and recover from disruptions. DORA also extends to risks posed by ICT service providers, covering digital services, hardware, and technical support such as software updates.
Azul EMEA vice president James Johnston said: “As a trusted partner to our customers, we understand the complex challenges financial institutions face in meeting these stringent requirements.
“With Java powering most critical financial systems, unsupported or vulnerable Java infrastructure puts DORA compliance at risk. Our solutions enable companies to accelerate their compliance efforts while reducing costs and complexity—critical factors given the rapidly approaching deadline.”
Azul, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, offers a Java platform designed to meet the demands of modern cloud enterprises.
The company’s long-term support (LTS) Java versions provide stability, security updates, and support for older Java versions, including 6 and 7, which remain essential for maintaining operational continuity in highly regulated environments.
Azul’s suite of OpenJDK solutions includes the Azul Platform Core and Azul Platform Prime, ensuring timely delivery of patches and updates.
Additionally, the company offers security-only updates across multiple Java versions and architectures, alongside continuous vulnerability monitoring and expedited remediation facilitated by the Azul Intelligence Cloud.
The platform also provides expert support for migrating from unsupported OpenJDK distributions.
With DORA mandating improved ICT risk management, Azul said that its Java solutions aim to help financial firms achieve compliance while strengthening their digital infrastructure. The company’s tools are said to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable operations in line with the regulation’s stringent requirements.
