Karnataka Bank Partners with IBM to Modernize Digital Infrastructure
Karnataka Bank partners with IBM and Fyrii to modernize its digital banking infrastructure using IBM Cloud Pak for Integration on Red Hat OpenShift, boosting scalability by 50% and reducing costs by 30%.
Bengaluru, India — December 02, 2025:
Karnataka Bank Limited (KBL) has taken a major leap in its digital transformation journey by collaborating with IBM to upgrade its banking infrastructure using IBM Cloud Pak for Integration on Red Hat OpenShift. The implementation was carried out by IBM’s ecosystem partner Fyrii, with support from IBM’s Customer Success and Expert Labs teams.
The modernization has enabled KBL to build a secure, scalable, and cost-efficient API platform, strengthening the bank’s digital backbone. This upgraded system will accelerate delivery of digital services such as payments, loan processing, and third-party integrations, while ensuring seamless and secure connectivity across internal and external platforms.
“Karnataka Bank now has an agile and secure digital foundation capable of scaling across India and simplifying operations,” said Venkat Krishnan, CIO, Karnataka Bank. “The new architecture also enhances customer experience while reducing operational costs.”
The bank reported a 50% boost in system scalability and a 30% reduction in operational costs thanks to the shift to a container-based microservices environment. The platform also supports advanced digital gateways, improved API traffic management, and integration with national systems like UIDAI, GST, Reg-Tech, CERSAI, and CBDT.
IBM India’s Vice President – Technology, Viswanath Ramaswamy, highlighted that the initiative demonstrates how intelligent automation and integrated systems can simplify banking operations and deliver secure, scalable digital services.
Fyrii CEO Padma Subramanian stated that the collaboration underscores how modern fintech platforms can accelerate innovation and secure API-driven banking.
This project forms a central pillar of Karnataka Bank’s Startup@100 strategy, launched during its centenary year to strengthen digital innovation and customer-focused modernization.