By Business Wire
Publication Date: 2026-01-14 14:00:00
New research shows that companies that modernize apps are three times more likely to benefit from AI results, while those that stick with legacy systems face rising security risks and a shortage of developer talent
SAN FRANCISCO, January 14, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE: NET), the leading connectivity cloud company, today released its first 2026 App Innovation Report. The report’s findings reveal a stark divide: Companies that prioritize application modernization—updating technology stacks to move away from legacy systems—can successfully deploy AI and remain secure, while those with technical debt fall behind and face rising costs. Ultimately, the report highlights that application modernization is no longer just an IT goal, but the key to how companies maintain a competitive advantage across all industries.
The urgency of application modernization is clear: when an organization fails to modernize, it doesn’t just stay in the same place…
