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We’ve rolled out one of the biggest updates to Zendy AI Assistant, ZAIA. These improvements focus on making research faster, more intuitive, and far more reliable.

Here’s what’s new.

Inline References You Can Trust

You no longer have to scroll, copy, or cross-check to figure out where an insight came from.
ZAIA now adds references directly inside its responses.

If ZAIA summarises a study, explains a concept, or pulls a fact from a paper, the source appears right there in the answer, clear, traceable, and easy to verify. It feels more like reading a well-cited academic explanation than an AI output.

Ask in Any Language, Get Answers in the Same Language

Whether you’re researching in Arabic, Spanish, French, or Swahili, ZAIA now responds in the language you use, automatically.

There’s no need to switch tools, tweak settings, or use separate translators. Just ask your question in your preferred language, and ZAIA replies in the same one.
It’s a smoother experience for multilingual classrooms, international research teams, and anyone working beyond English.

Search Smarter with the SOLR Agent

Sometimes you know the exact paper you need, you just don’t have the title, DOI, or permalink memorised.
Now you don’t have to.

ZAIA’s new SOLR Agent can search using:

• DOI
• Paper title
• A Zendy permalink
  

Just drop in any of these, and ZAIA fetches the correct paper instantly. It’s especially useful when you’re deep in a literature review and need to track down sources without losing your rhythm.

How does it work?
SOLR is the search engine behind ZAIA’s paper search.
It helps ZAIA find the exact research paper you’re looking for using clear identifiers like a DOI, paper title, or Zendy link.

Instead of guessing keywords or scanning long result lists, SOLR matches your input directly to the right paper, fast and accurately.

ZAIA Can Now Help With Your Zendy Account

You can now ask ZAIA about your subscription, billing questions, or common FAQs directly inside the platform.

No switching tabs.
No waiting for replies.
No digging through help pages.

ZAIA now serves as a support companion as well as a research assistant, especially helpful when you want quick answers in the middle of studying or writing.

A Clearer, More Transparent UI

One of the most noticeable upgrades is the updated interface.
You’ll now see clearer “thinking” steps that show how ZAIA processes your request.

It’s more transparent, easier to follow, and gives you a better sense of how ZAIA arrives at each answer, something many researchers have been asking for.

Why These Updates Matter

Every improvement in this update has one goal: to make research smoother and more trustworthy.
Whether you’re analysing papers, fact-checking a claim, working across languages, or sorting out your subscription, ZAIA is now better at supporting the full research journey.

And we’re not done.
This update is part of a larger shift toward a more personal and adaptive ZAIA, one that learns from how each researcher works.

For now, we hope these updates make your experience on Zendy faster, clearer, and more enjoyable.

If you’d like to see these features in action, just open ZAIA, Zendy AI Assistant, and try them out.

Oxford, UK – Dec, 2025 – Zendy, the AI-powered research library, and Casalini Libri, one of the leading providers of European scholarly content and library services, have signed a partnership agreement to expand access to high-quality academic research in the humanities and social sciences.

This strategic collaboration will make Casalini Libri’s extensive collection of European scholarly publications, including academic journals, monographs, and specialist research outputs, available on Zendy’s platform. The content will be discoverable through ZAIA, Zendy’s AI research assistant, helping librarians, researchers, students, and academic institutions worldwide find and engage with relevant European scholarship more efficiently.

With over 800,000 users across 191 countries and territories, Zendy continues to grow as a trusted destination for discovering academic knowledge. By integrating Casalini Libri’s content, Zendy strengthens its mission to improve access to regionally significant scholarship and ensure that important European research is more visible, searchable, and widely used.

Casalini Libri is internationally recognised for its deep expertise in European humanities and social sciences, with a particular focus on Southern Europe and broader continental scholarship. Through this partnership, these resources will reach a wider global audience, helping address long-standing discoverability challenges faced by non-English academic content.

The collaboration also reflects Zendy’s commitment to linguistic and regional diversity in research. In a scholarly ecosystem where English-language publications dominate, increasing access to European research traditions is essential for a more balanced and representative academic landscape.

Zendy users will now be able to explore Casalini Libri’s content seamlessly on the platform, supporting teaching, research, and interdisciplinary work rooted in European intellectual traditions. Together, Zendy and Casalini Libri aim to increase the global reach and impact of European scholarship.

For more information, please contact:
Lisette van Kessel
Head of Marketing
Email: l.vankessel@knowledgee.com

About Zendy

Zendy is an AI-powered, mission-driven, trustworthy research library dedicated to increasing the accessibility and discoverability of scholarly literature, particularly in the global south and underserved regions. The platform currently serves over 800,000 users across 200+ countries and territories, offering a comprehensive collection of academic journals, books, and reports to empower researchers, educators, and students. Zendy also provides AI tools, including its research assistant ZAIA, to help users read, analyse, and summarise academic content more efficiently. Website: https://zendy.io

About Casalini Libri

Casalini Libri is a leading supplier of European scholarly publications and library services, specialising in humanities and social sciences research. For decades, Casalini Libri has worked closely with publishers, libraries, and research institutions to curate, distribute, and preserve high-quality academic content, supporting the global exchange of European scholarship.

Oxford, UK – Dec, 2025 – Zendy, the AI-powered research library, and WT Cox, a leading US provider of library content, subscription management, and collection services, have signed a partnership agreement to expand access to scholarly research for academic and institutional libraries across the United States.

This strategic collaboration will enable libraries working with WT Cox to benefit from Zendy’s extensive digital research collection and AI-powered discovery tools, supporting researchers, students, and faculty with broader, more affordable access to academic literature.

With more than 800,000 users across 200+ countries and territories, Zendy continues to grow as a trusted platform for discovering and working with scholarly content. Through this partnership, WT Cox will support US libraries in offering Zendy as part of their digital collections, helping institutions address rising content costs while expanding access to high-quality research.

WT Cox has a long-standing reputation for supporting libraries with flexible subscription models, personalised service, and deep expertise in academic collection development. By partnering with Zendy, WT Cox strengthens its ability to meet evolving library needs in an increasingly digital and research-driven environment.

The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to supporting libraries as critical gateways to knowledge. As libraries face increasing pressure to provide wider access to research with limited budgets, solutions that combine scale, affordability, and intelligent discovery are becoming essential.

Zendy users accessing content through participating libraries will benefit from advanced search, AI-assisted research tools, and a growing collection of scholarly publications across disciplines. Together, Zendy and WT Cox aim to support US libraries in delivering more accessible, discoverable, and sustainable research services to their communities.

For more information, please contact:
Lisette van Kessel
Head of Marketing
Email: l.vankessel@knowledgee.com

About Zendy

Zendy is an AI-powered research library dedicated to improving the accessibility and discoverability of scholarly literature, particularly in the global south and underserved regions. The platform serves more than 800,000 users across 200+ countries and territories, offering access to millions of academic journals, articles, and research outputs supported by AI-driven research tools.

About WT Cox

WT Cox is a leading US-based provider of library subscription services, collection management, and digital content solutions. Serving academic, special, and research libraries, WT Cox supports institutions with tailored services designed to simplify access to scholarly resources and support evolving research needs.

Oxford, UK – Nov, 2025 – Zendy, the AI-powered research library serving more than 800,000 readers globally, has entered into a new partnership with the University of Georgia Press (UGA Press) to broaden the international reach of its publications. This marks Zendy’s first partnership with a university press in the United States, further expanding the reach of UGA Press’s titles to a global audience.

Founded in 1938, UGA Press publishes 70 new titles annually, with recognised strengths in literary studies, history, environmental studies, sociology, geography, Atlantic world studies, and regional scholarship. Through this agreement, a selection of its catalogue will become available to researchers, students, librarians and professionals across Zendy’s international markets.

This partnership reflects a growing confidence among academic publishers in Zendy’s model of widening access, increasing visibility, and ensuring that scholarly work finds engaged global readers. Zendy currently works with several major UK university presses, including Oxford University Press, Bristol University Press, and Liverpool University Press, which also distributes British Academy content. These collaborations have shown that academic presses benefit from Zendy’s reach, predictable revenue model, and strong content discovery tools designed for both specialist and interdisciplinary research.

The agreement with UGA Press also includes the option to integrate AI-supported discovery features that help researchers navigate publications more effectively. These capabilities range from enhanced metadata enrichment to responsible, context-aware summarisation and multilingual discovery. Recent commitments from Bristol University Press and Liverpool University Press to adopt elements of this approach reflect a wider trend across scholarly publishing: a growing demand for AI tools that improve discoverability and user experience while preserving the integrity and rights of academic content.

“The UGA Press is excited to partner with Zendy on bringing our scholarship to a broader global audience with enhanced discovery tools. We especially value Zendy’s focus on reducing inequality in access to scholarship and development of ethical and transparent AI strategy.”—Lisa Bayer, Director, UGA Press

With over 2,200 titles in print, the University of Georgia Press publishes innovative scholarship and compelling stories that inspire and inform the people of Georgia and the world. Learn more at ugapress.org.

Zendy’s mission is rooted in supporting not-for-profit academic publishers by expanding the reach of their content and helping them connect with new international audiences. As academic presses continue to navigate changing reading habits, new technologies, and limited distribution channels outside their home markets, Zendy offers a sustainable and reader-centric way forward.

For media inquiries, please contact:
 Lisette van Kessel
 Head of Marketing
 Email: l.vankessel@knowledgee.com

We are proud to announce that our Co-Founder, Kamran Kardan, will be a featured speaker at the QS Eurasia Forum 2025, taking place on 25–26 November at Central Asian University in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This inaugural summit brings together university leaders, policymakers, and education experts from across the Eurasia region to explore collaboration, innovation, and the future of higher education.

The forum’s theme, “Broadening Horizons: Building Global Bridges in Higher Education,” focuses on strengthening international partnerships, advancing research excellence, enhancing academic mobility, and shaping future-ready learning ecosystems.

Kamran will join a distinguished panel in a session titled:

“Building a Globally Recognised University from the Region: Strategies and Success Stories”

During the session, Kamran will share insights and strategies on how universities in the region can achieve global recognition, highlighting practical approaches, real-world success stories, and lessons from Zendy’s journey supporting academic research and collaboration.

Date & Time: Tuesday, 25 November at 13:30 UZT

The QS Eurasia Forum 2025 promises a comprehensive program including keynote speeches, interactive panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops, and extensive networking opportunities. It serves as a pivotal platform for uniting East and West, showcasing best practices, and fostering strategic relationships that will shape the future of higher education in the region.

Participation is open via the official QS Eurasia Forum website.

We look forward to contributing to this landmark forum, sharing knowledge, and engaging with leaders committed to advancing higher education across Eurasia.

Zendy is pleased to announce that its Co-Founder, Kamran Kardan, will speak at the Faculty 360° 2025 Summit: Beyond the AI Hype – Faculty Futures in a Changing World, an online conference bringing together higher-education leaders, faculty members, and researchers from across the region.

Kamran will be sharing how AI tools can empower the strategic direction of research, in his session: The Evolution of Higher Education: AI as the Enterprise Assistant for the Future. Additionalliy he will share how transparent practices, open access, and AI research tools can help university leaders, and faculty navigate the evolving academic landscape. The session is scheduled for 2:45 PM GST.

The summit is hosted by Zayed University, in collaboration with New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), Khalifa University, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, and the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). It focuses on faculty development, AI literacy, research culture, and the evolving role of educators, providing a platform for meaningful discussions on the challenges and opportunities shaping higher education today.

Kamran’s participation reflects Zendy’s commitment to supporting libraries, senior leadership, researchers’ offices and educators with AI tools and resources that make research more accessible and effective.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, 21 November 2025

• Format: Online

• Kamran’s Session: 2:45 PM GST

For more information about the summit, visit Faculty 360° Summit website

Oxford, UK – Sep, 2025 – Zendy, an AI-powered research library, and Oxford University Press (OUP), a department of the University of Oxford and one of the world’s largest university presses, have signed a licensing agreement to increase the accessibility and visibility of OUP’s academic publications. This collaboration will bring a selection of OUP’s highly regarded research and scholarly journals to agreed territories within Zendy’s user base, supporting students, researchers, and professionals across diverse fields.

With over 700,000 users in 191 countries and territories, Zendy continues to grow as a trusted destination for research and discovery. By integrating a subset of OUP journals into its platform, Zendy is advancing its mission to ensure that high-quality scholarly resources are available to the people who need access the most.

Oxford University Press has been publishing academic and educational resources for more than 500 years, making it one of the most established and respected publishers worldwide. Its catalogue includes thousands of journals, books, and digital resources spanning disciplines such as humanities, social sciences, medicine, law, science, and technology. These resources are central to advancing knowledge, shaping academic dialogue, and supporting evidence-based research.

OUP’s owned-journals will now be available on Zendy, complementing the platform’s growing collection of journals, articles, and reports. This agreement will support researchers, educators, and policymakers by improving the discoverability of essential academic content, furthering the shared goal of building inclusive knowledge societies.

For more information, please contact:

Lisette van Kessel

Head of Marketing

Email: l.vankessel@knowledgee.com

This October, American University of Sharjah will host the 4th Annual Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM), a leading regional event dedicated to advancing open access, collaboration, and community capacity building across the Arab world. Zendy is proud to be among the official sponsors of this year’s Forum, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to making research more accessible and equitable for all.

Organised by the non-profit Forum for Open Research in MENA, the fourth edition will bring together:

• 26 sessions across four days
• 88 expert speakers
• Representation from 60 global institutions
• Delegates from 27 countries
• Dozens of formal and informal networking opportunities, connecting thought leaders, practitioners, and advocates throughout the MENA region

Participants will explore strategies to strengthen open science practices, build sustainable infrastructures, and promote shared learning across borders.

A Shared Vision for Accessible Knowledge

Zendy’s mission to make academic knowledge affordable and accessible worldwide aligns closely with FORM’s goal of fostering open, collaborative research communities in the region. As a sponsor, Zendy supports initiatives that not only expand access to scholarly literature but also empower researchers, educators, and students to participate in a more transparent and connected research ecosystem.

Hosted by the American University of Sharjah

This year’s Forum, hosted by the American University of Sharjah, arrives in the UAE under the national theme, “The Year of Community.” The theme underscores the importance of collective progress and shared learning—values that sit at the heart of both open science and Zendy’s approach to research discovery.

Theme Spotlight: “Becoming Open—Capacity Building and Community Collaboration”

The 2025 theme, “Becoming Open,” highlights the human side of open science: community collaboration, capacity building, and sustainable growth. Through workshops, panels, and discussions, the Annual Forum will address how regional institutions can implement open research policies, share resources effectively, and strengthen local research infrastructures.

Join us in Sharjah from October 20–23, 2025, as we celebrate and support the growing movement toward open science across the Arab world.

The registration is now open, visit https://forumforopenresearch.com/registration/