HCLSoftware Announces Acquisition of Wobby to Enhance AI Data Analyst Capabilities

HCLSoftware has revealed its plans to acquire Wobby, an early-stage startup from Antwerp, Belgium, specializing in AI Data Analyst 'Agents' for data warehouses. This acquisition aims to boost HCLSoftware's Data & AI division (Actian) by meeting the growing demand for metadata management, data catalog, and data governance solutions.

Wobby's AI Data Analyst 'Agents' allow users to query complex datasets through a natural language interface, providing actionable insights instantly. The acquisition is expected to be finalized by February 2026.

HCLSoftware is known for its commitment to empowering the Digital+ economy, while HCLTech, the parent company, is a global technology firm with a focus on digital, engineering, cloud, and AI solutions.