Articles by Category: Product_announcements

Twilio’s A2H is a new protocol that helps agents talk to humans

2026-02-19 19:00
🚀 Twilio has introduced the open-source Agent-2-Human (A2H) protocol. This framework aims to enhance how AI agents communicate with humans. The A2H protocol allows agents to focus on what they need from humans, while managing the handoff efficiently. It also tracks interactions, creating a reliable audit trail. 📊 Twilio emphasizes the importance of human judgment in decision-making, ensuring that the technology eases the communication process without adding complexity for developers. #Twilio...
Frederic Lardinois

Whats New in Heroku AI: New Models and a Flexible Standard Plan

2026-02-19 17:08
🚀 Heroku is rolling out updates to Managed Inference and Agents, aimed at enhancing developer experience and expanding model options. 🔄 The new standard plan simplifies the process by allowing access to all supported models with a single add-on and API key. No more managing multiple configurations! 🆕 Additionally, Heroku introduces the Claude 4.6 family and five new open-weight models for various applications, enhancing flexibility and efficiency. 📊 Check out the new Cohere Embed V4 model for...
Source: Heroku Blog
Anush DSouza

In Case You Saw It: We are Testing a New Shopping Product Experience in Search

2026-02-19 17:00
🚀 Reddit is testing a new AI-powered search feature to enhance shopping experiences! This feature will display interactive product carousels in search results for select U.S. users. When users ask about products, they will see recommendations based on community insights. These carousels will include product images, pricing, and direct links to retailers, making it easier to find and purchase items. Stay tuned for updates as this feature develops! 🛍️🔍 #Reddit #Shopping #AI...
Staff

TeamCity 2025.11.3 Is Here

2026-02-19 16:48
🚀 TeamCity 2025.11.3 has been released! This bug-fix update addresses various issues, including improvements for the IntelliJ Platform Plugin and fixes for Docker integration. Regular updates ensure better performance, security, and compatibility with integrations. For detailed release notes, check the TeamCity website. #TeamCity #SoftwareUpdate #DevOps #JetBrains #ContinuousIntegration
Dmitrii Korovin

Java to Kotlin Conversion Comes to Visual Studio Code

2026-02-19 16:25
🚀 Exciting news for developers! JetBrains has launched the Java to Kotlin (J2K) converter extension for Visual Studio Code. This tool simplifies the conversion of Java files to Kotlin with just a right-click, making it easier to transition between languages. It ensures a reliable conversion that respects Kotlin syntax. To get started, install the extension from the Visual Studio Marketplace and convert your Java files effortlessly. Your feedback is important as JetBrains continues to enhance...
Alina Dolgikh

Access billing usage and cost data via API

2026-02-19 13:00
Vercel introduces programmatic access to billing data via API and CLI! 📊 The new /billing/charges endpoint provides data in the FOCUS v1.3 format, enabling easy integration into FinOps tools. It supports daily granularity and a maximum date range of one year. For quick insights, the vercel usage command displays current billing usage or selected date ranges. Additionally, Vantage has launched a native integration to simplify cost observability. Explore more in the API documentation! #Vercel...
Source: Vercel Blog
Mingchung Xia

Gemini 3.1 Pro is live on AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview is now available on AI Gateway! This update enhances software engineering and agentic workflows, especially for finance and spreadsheets. It offers improved efficiency, reducing token consumption while maintaining performance. To use, set the model to google/gemini-3.1-pro-preview in the AI SDK. Explore AI Gateway for a unified API, model leaderboard, and more! #Gemini3 #AIGateway #AI #SoftwareEngineering #Finance
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Grok Imagine Video on AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Generate high-quality videos with xAI's Grok Imagine Video, now available in AI Gateway! With fast clip generation and strong instruction following, Grok Imagine allows users to create and edit videos easily. You can generate videos from text descriptions or transform existing ones. Access it through the v0 Grok Creative Studio, AI SDK V6, or the AI Gateway playground. Explore the potential of video generation today! 🎥✨ #VideoCreation #AIGateway #GrokImagine #TechInnovation #AI
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Kling video models on AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Exciting news! Kling video models, including the latest Kling 3.0, are now available in AI Gateway. These models allow users to generate cinematic videos from text, images, or motion references. Key features include high-resolution output, realistic motion, and audio generation. You can start video generation in beta with Pro and Enterprise plans, or explore the no-code AI Gateway playground. #KlingModels #AIGateway #VideoGeneration #TechNews #Innovation 🎥✨
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Private storage for Vercel Blob, now available in public beta

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Vercel Blob has launched private storage in public beta! Now, sensitive files like contracts and invoices can be securely stored, requiring authentication for all operations. This prevents data exposure via public URLs. To create a private store, use the Storage dashboard or the CLI. Private storage is available on all Vercel Blob plans. #Vercel #Blob #DataSecurity #PrivateStorage #CloudStorage
Source: Vercel Blog
Priyanka Jindal

Streamdown 2.3 — Refreshed design and interactive playground

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Exciting updates in Streamdown 2.3! The new version features a unified nested-card design for tables, code blocks, and Mermaid diagrams. Sticky action buttons enhance user experience, while code blocks now render plain text instantly. 🛠️ The interactive playground allows real-time execution with custom markdown, enabling quicker testing without local setups. Documentation has been reorganized for easier access, and several bugs have been resolved, improving overall functionality....
Source: Vercel Blog
Hayden Bleasel

Veo video models on AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Generate stunning photorealistic videos with synchronized audio using Google's Veo models, now available through AI Gateway! You can access these features via AI SDK V6 or explore the AI Gateway playground. The models offer native audio generation, support up to 4K resolution, and allow image-to-video animation. Currently in beta for Pro and Enterprise plans, these models include various options for quality and speed. For more details, check the Video Generation Documentation! 🎥✨...
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Video Generation with AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
AI Gateway has introduced video generation capabilities, allowing users to create cinematic, photorealistic videos with synchronized audio. The feature is currently in beta for Pro and Enterprise plans. Users can generate videos programmatically using AI SDK V6 or experiment with models in the AI Gateway Playground. There are four initial video models available, each with unique strengths, such as high visual fidelity and multi-shot storytelling. Video generation supports various types,...
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Wan models on AI Gateway

2026-02-19 13:00
🚀 Alibaba has launched the Wan models on AI Gateway, allowing users to generate stylized videos and transform existing footage. You can access these models through the AI SDK V6 or the AI Gateway playground. Features include character reference extraction, faster generation times, and support for multiple resolutions. Currently in beta, video generation is available for Pro and Enterprise plans. Explore options like Text-to-Video and Image-to-Video to create unique content easily. For more...
Source: Vercel Blog
Jerilyn Zheng

Expanding our Agentic Inference Cloud: Introducing GPU Droplets Powered by AMD Instinct™ MI350X GPUs

2026-02-19 12:30
🚀 Exciting news from DigitalOcean! We are introducing high-performance GPU Droplets powered by AMD Instinct™ MI350X GPUs. These GPUs are designed to optimize AI workloads, enabling low latency and high throughput for complex tasks. Notable success stories include Character.AI, which achieved a 2X increase in production request throughput. ACE Studio is also leveraging this technology for innovative music creation. 🎶 Our GPU Droplets offer predictable pricing and easy setup, making it simple...
Waverly Swinton

HIP Threads: GPU power for teams without GPU experts

2026-02-19 10:10
🚀 Struggling with CPU hotspots while your GPU sits idle? HIP Threads is here to help! This C++ concurrency library allows teams to run familiar multithreaded code on AMD GPUs without the need for kernel rewrites or GPU expertise. Early users have reported significant speedups in just days, making GPU acceleration accessible to all development teams. 💻 Perfect for C++ teams facing performance issues and those who want simple GPU integration. Don’t miss out on optimizing your performance!...

Reimagining Red Hat Enterprise Linux image creation with Red Hat Lightspeed Model Context Protocol

2026-02-19 07:01
Unlock the power of image creation with the Red Hat Lightspeed Model Context Protocol (MCP)! 🚀 This innovative tool simplifies building customized Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) images using natural language commands. No more complex wizards or manual edits—just clear, conversational prompts. 🗣️ Connect your LLM to streamline your image lifecycle, ensuring efficiency and consistency across deployments. Use prompts for blueprint creation, security updates, and compliance auditing. Explore the...
Samiksha Saxena

Agentic AI, enterprise control: Self-hosted Duo Agent Platform and BYOM

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 GitLab 18.9 introduces new features for regulated industries, enhancing the Duo Agent Platform. Organizations can now run self-hosted models on online cloud licenses, ensuring data residency and control. This update includes a usage-based billing model for transparency and accurate chargeback. Additionally, the "Bring Your Own Model" feature allows integration of third-party or self-hosted models, providing governance and flexibility. Explore how these capabilities support AI adoption in...
Source: GitLab Blog
Rebecca Carter

Expanding programmatic access to 1Password

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 1Password is enhancing programmatic access to secrets for developers! With new features, developers can now fetch secrets during runtime directly from 1Password Environments via the CLI and SDKs. This integration supports CI/CD pipelines and local tools, allowing for smoother workflows without compromising security. Additionally, user-authenticated access for SDKs is now generally available, enabling secure vault management and faster operations for large-scale environments. Learn more...
info@1password.com (Francine Boulanger)

Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview now available in AI Gateway

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 Exciting news from Google! The Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview model is now accessible via Netlify's AI Gateway, requiring no configuration. This allows users to utilize the Google GenAI SDK directly in their Netlify Functions without the hassle of API keys or authentication. With automatic access to caching, rate limiting, and more, developers can efficiently enhance their applications. Check out the AI Gateway documentation for more details! #GoogleGenAI #Netlify #AIGateway #DevCommunity 🌐✨
Source: Netlify Blog

Introducing A2H: A Protocol for Agent-to-Human Communication

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 Introducing A2H, the Agent-to-Human Protocol! This open-source protocol allows AI agents to communicate effectively with humans across various channels. It aims to streamline interactions and improve the escalation process when needed. Developers can leverage A2H to enhance AI capabilities in their projects. #A2H #AICommunication #OpenSource #TechInnovation #Developers
Ryan Ferguson, Rikki Singh

Introducing Elastic Serverless Plus add-on with AWS PrivateLink capability

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 Exciting news for enterprises! Elastic Cloud Serverless has launched the Plus add-on, featuring AWS PrivateLink for enhanced connectivity. This new capability allows organizations to establish a private connection, bypassing the public internet. With the Plus add-on, businesses in sectors like finance, healthcare, and government can ensure network security and data isolation, critical for regulated workloads. #ElasticCloud #AWS #Serverless #DataSecurity #EnterpriseTech
Source: Elastic Blog
Alex Chalkias,Ramya Sarangarajan

Track vulnerability remediation with the updated GitLab Security Dashboard

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 The updated GitLab Security Dashboard enhances how security teams and developers manage vulnerabilities. It offers features like trend tracking, vulnerability age distribution, and risk scoring to help prioritize remediation efforts effectively. With new filters and charts, teams can visualize critical data, focusing on the most significant risks. This tool simplifies tracking program effectiveness and reduces manual reporting for better insights. Explore how GitLab is making security...
Source: GitLab Blog
Mike Clausen

Turn creative prompts into interactive XR experiences with Gemini

2026-02-19 00:00
🚀 Exciting news from the Android XR team! With the new Canvas feature in Gemini, creating immersive XR experiences is now easier for developers. This tool enables rapid prototyping of interactive 3D environments on Samsung Galaxy XR headsets using simple prompts. 🧬 Their recent project, an immersive biology simulation, showcases Gemini’s ability to visualize complex interactions, making learning more engaging. Ready to build your own? All you need is a Samsung Galaxy XR headset and access to...

Anthropic: You can still use your Claude accounts to run OpenClaw, NanoClaw and Co.

2026-02-18 23:53
🔍 Anthropic has clarified its policies regarding the use of Claude accounts for personal AI agents like OpenClaw and NanoClaw. Recent updates indicate that using OAuth tokens across different products violates their terms. Developers are advised to use API keys for services interacting with Claude's capabilities. Despite concerns in the community, Anthropic reassures users that existing account usage remains unchanged and encourages experimentation. #AI #Claude #Anthropic #TechNews #Innovation
Frederic Lardinois

Flexible Node Types Are Now Generally Available

2026-02-18 22:30
🚀 Flexible Node Types are now available! This update aims to enhance cluster launch reliability and help lower compute costs. Automatic instance fallback is introduced to address challenges in securing specific compute capacity, especially during peak traffic. Stay informed on how these changes can benefit your operations! #CloudComputing #TechUpdates #NodeTypes #ComputeCapacity #ITInnovation

DigitalOcean Gradient™ AI Platform Now Integrates with LlamaIndex

2026-02-18 20:23
🚀 DigitalOcean Gradient™ AI Platform now integrates with LlamaIndex! This integration allows seamless connection of your Knowledge Base and LLMs to LlamaIndex workflows. No extra infrastructure needed—just install two packages and start building. 🔗 New packages available: - `llama-index-retrievers-digitalocean-gradientai` - `llama-index-llms-digitalocean-gradientai` These tools support hybrid search, async operations, and more. Explore the possibilities for support assistants, internal tools,...
Narasimha Badrinath

Predictive Optimization at Scale: A Year of Innovation and What’s Next

2026-02-18 20:00
🚀 Exciting updates in predictive optimization are here! A recent article highlights advancements in lakehouse technology, focusing on faster queries and reduced storage costs. Automation is enhancing the management of Unity Catalog tables, leading to greater efficiency. Stay tuned for more innovations in data management! #DataOptimization #Lakehouse #Innovation #Automation #TechTrends

New AI repos catalog at Cisco DevNet Code Exchange

2026-02-18 16:48
Discover the new AI repositories catalog at Cisco DevNet Code Exchange! 🌐 Explore thousands of code repositories related to Cisco technologies, including examples from Cisco teams and community contributors. Currently, you can access two official MCP servers: Splunk and ThousandEyes, along with various community-driven servers. Utilize filtering options for AI agents and MCP servers to find the tools you need. 🔍 Check it out here: https://developer.cisco.com/codeexchange/ai/ #Cisco #DevNet...
Oleksii Borysenko

Custom Agents now available on Databricks

2026-02-18 16:04
🚀 Exciting news for Databricks users! Custom Agents, previously known as Agent Framework, are now available. This new feature allows users to build and deploy AI agents quickly and efficiently as serverless production apps. Enhance your workflow with your preferred tools while maintaining governance. #Databricks #AI #CustomAgents #TechUpdate #Serverless

Unifying the data center with Cisco Nexus One: The network that works for you

2026-02-18 16:00
🚀 Cisco is advancing data center networking with the introduction of Nexus One. This solution offers unification and flexibility across its Nexus 9000 line. 🔗 Nexus One supports multiple silicon options, enabling a consistent experience for various workloads, including AI deployments. 🌐 It integrates operating systems like Cisco NX-OS and ACI while enhancing networking automation and visibility through Cisco Nexus Dashboard. #Cisco #DataCenter #Networking #NexusOne #AI
Scott Raynovich

Control updates with download-only mode in bootc

2026-02-18 15:11
🚀 The bootc utility in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) now features a **download-only mode**, enhancing control over system updates. This mode allows administrators to manage updates in three phases: download and stage, lock, and explicit application. This separation is crucial for ensuring updates are applied at the right time, particularly in production environments. Commands like `# bootc upgrade --download-only` can be used to stage updates without immediate application. Once ready,...
Mohan Shash, Wei Shi

Redesigned search and filtering for runtime logs

2026-02-18 13:00
🚀 Exciting updates for the Runtime Logs search bar! The redesign enhances log filtering and exploration, making it quicker and more intuitive. 🔍 Key features include structured filters that turn queries into visual pills, smarter suggestions based on your log data, and improved input handling with real-time validation. These enhancements are available now in your project dashboard. #RuntimeLogs #LogManagement #Productivity #TechUpdates #SoftwareDevelopment
Source: Vercel Blog
Timo Lins

Optimize infrastructure health with Red Hat Lightspeed MCP

2026-02-18 08:01
🔧 Red Hat Lightspeed MCP simplifies IT infrastructure management. By using natural language, it integrates with Red Hat Lightspeed advisor to provide real-time insights on system health, availability, performance, and stability. This proactive approach helps identify risks and streamline maintenance tasks, enhancing overall operational efficiency. Explore the future of AI-driven operations and share your feedback! #RedHat #InfrastructureManagement #AITools #DevOps #SystemHealth
Samiksha Saxena

A letter to open source builders who deserve more

2026-02-18 00:00
🚀 Open source is essential, yet maintainers often struggle to monetize their efforts. Railway's open source partner program aims to address this challenge. It offers a clear path for maintainers to grow their projects while building a sustainable business. By creating templates for easy deployment, maintainers can earn ongoing commissions and engage directly with their community. Railway also provides valuable metrics to help maintainers improve and expand their offerings. #OpenSource...
Source: Railway Blog

GitLab backs 99.9% availability with service credits for Ultimate customers

2026-02-18 00:00
🚀 GitLab is enhancing its commitment to reliability with a 99.9% availability SLA for Ultimate customers on GitLab.com and GitLab Dedicated. If availability drops below this threshold, eligible customers can receive service credits toward future invoices. This ensures your DevSecOps workflows remain uninterrupted. 🛠️ Key services covered include: - Issues and merge requests - Git operations - Container and Package Registry operations - API requests For service credits, submit a request within...
Source: GitLab Blog
Lyle Kozloff

NVIDIA Nemotron 2 Nano 9B Japanese: 日本のソブリンAIを支える最先端小規模言語モデル

2026-02-17 23:28
🚀 NVIDIA has unveiled the Nemotron-Nano-9B-v2-Japanese, achieving state-of-the-art performance for models with under 10B parameters. This lightweight model enhances Japanese language understanding and agent capabilities, marking a significant step for enterprise AI development in Japan. The initiative encourages developers to customize models for diverse use cases using the existing Nemotron framework. #NVIDIA #AI #JapaneseLanguage #EnterpriseAI #Innovation

New Triggers for Pipeline, Deployment, and Pull Request Events

2026-02-17 20:43
🚀 Exciting updates for Bitbucket Pipelines! In November 2025, support for new event-based triggers was introduced to enhance CI/CD workflows. This allows teams to run custom pipelines based on various events, such as pipeline completions and pull request activities. New trigger types include: - Pipeline completed - Deployment completed - Pull request created, updated, rejected, fulfilled, and reviewer status updated These additions streamline automation, reduce manual steps, and improve...
Edmund Munday

Code Execution Sandbox for Agents on Heroku

2026-02-17 20:34
🚀 Exciting news from Heroku! Large language models, like Claude, can now execute code in secure sandboxes, reducing token consumption by up to 98%. This feature helps manage untrusted code efficiently using one-off dynos, ensuring safety and isolation. You can access these tools via Managed Inference and Agents API or through the MCP tool for broader applications. Learn more about how to optimize your coding processes! #Heroku #CodeExecution #AI #LanguageModels #Innovation
Source: Heroku Blog
Anush DSouza

HCP Packer adds SBOM vulnerability scanning

2026-02-17 18:45
🚀 Exciting news for HCP Packer users! SBOM vulnerability scanning is now in public beta, enhancing visibility into image components. This feature allows organizations to scan their SBOMs against a known vulnerability database, helping to identify risks earlier in the deployment process. As software supply chains grow complex, this capability supports better security by classifying vulnerabilities based on severity and providing insights for informed remediation. Stay secure! 🔒🛡️...
Mitchell Ross