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Prosus has launched ToqanClaw, a no-code AI platform designed as a GDPR-compliant alternative to systems like OpenClaw, according to Decrypt. The platform aims to enhance operational efficiency by keeping data handling under European control, catering to businesses' privacy concerns.
Prosus has introduced ToqanClaw, a no-code AI platform that enables businesses to create custom tools and automations using natural language prompts. This offering positions itself as a GDPR-compliant alternative to OpenClaw, emphasizing data privacy by ensuring that user data remains under local control.
According to Prosus, ToqanClaw is built in-house and integrated with their own AI platform, Toqan. The company claims it retains many features of OpenClaw while providing a secure environment where user data is not employed to train external models. This is particularly relevant in light of stringent GDPR regulations that govern data privacy in the EU.
Initial reports from partner restaurants indicate significant operational improvements. For instance, a Dutch café chain reportedly reduced its financial reporting time from weeks to just 30 minutes and experienced a 40% increase in annual revenue. Another partner saw a 25% rise in deliveries while reducing overtime costs by 60%.
ToqanClaw is being deployed across a network of over five million merchants and entrepreneurs. This rollout occurs amid heightened scrutiny in Europe regarding data privacy and the use of AI agents, especially after German authorities took action against controversial biometric data practices. As AI agents like OpenClaw face increasing regulatory attention, ToqanClaw's adherence to local data control may appeal to businesses wary of privacy and governance issues.
Summary based on original reporting by Jose Antonio Lanz at Decrypt, originally published Jun 23, 2026. SolanaWire does not republish source content.
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