2026-06-16 00:00
LivePerson improved its Logstash and Kafka performance on GCP by benchmarking five machine types. They found that selecting the right infrastructure can significantly reduce costs. Switching to AMD Milan-based instances cut Logstash processing costs by over 50%, while optimizing Kafka through codec selection boosted throughput. These changes allowed for fewer high-throughput instances, reducing overall infrastructure needs. #CloudComputing #CostOptimization #GCP #Logstash #Kafka 🚀💡
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Emily Chioconi,Kiril Karamanolev,Strahil Nikolov
2026-06-16 00:00
🌊 Exciting news! Elastic has been recognized as a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave™ for Extended Detection and Response Platforms, Q2 2026. Forrester highlighted Elastic Security's capabilities in SIEM-replacement, open data architecture, and AI innovation. The report noted strong telemetry ingestion and flexibility as key strengths. Elastic's platform allows security teams to integrate data from various sources efficiently. #Elastic #CyberSecurity #ForresterWave #ExtendedDetection #SIEM
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Natalie Blake
2026-06-12 00:00
🔍 Keep your organization secure with Elastic’s new integration for monitoring Claude activity! This integration allows security teams to track over 300 event types from Claude's Compliance API, including sign-ins and configuration changes. With prebuilt dashboards and automated detection rules, teams can easily investigate and respond to potential risks. Stay informed and enhance your security posture! #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #ElasticSecurity #Compliance #TechIntegration
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Jamie Hynds,Sumana Mannem
2026-06-11 00:00
Compliance work is evolving with Elastic Security's introduction of agentic compliance in Agent Builder. This new approach allows teams to interact with live telemetry, run ES|QL-backed checks, and automate daily compliance tasks. The focus is on PCI DSS v4.0.1, enabling deeper insights into compliance without relying solely on static dashboards. Elastic's composable skill model enhances the user experience by allowing for scope discovery and evidence inspection, moving beyond traditional...
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Smriti,Mia LaVada
2026-06-11 00:00
🚨 New cybersecurity guidance for US agencies! 🚨 OMB Memorandum M-26-14 establishes a risk-based, outcome-driven approach for cybersecurity logging. This replaces M-21-31 and emphasizes the need for effective logging in today's AI-driven landscape. Agencies using unified platforms like Elastic are better equipped to comply. Now is the time for leaders to assess capabilities and develop action plans. Stay informed! 🛡️ #Cybersecurity #USGovernment #Compliance #M2614 #AIThreats
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Chris Townsend
2026-06-11 00:00
As financial services firms embrace AI and explore quantum computing, a shift toward contextual intelligence platforms is underway. These platforms, featuring vector search, observability, and security, are critical for supporting autonomous and enhanced systems. Financial companies are looking to quantum technologies for advancements in portfolio optimization, fraud detection, and more. 📊🔍 Experts predict that by 2035, these innovations could generate up to $2.7 trillion in economic value....
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Karen Mcdermott
2026-06-09 04:00
🎉 Decemberfest is in full swing at Elastic! 🌍 This annual celebration, running from late November to mid-December, brings together Elasticians globally to connect and give back. In 2025, over 1,000 employees participated in 26 office events, 31 clusters, and 22 virtual gatherings. From festive in-person events in 57 cities to fun virtual activities like holiday trivia, the spirit of togetherness is alive. Additionally, our eCookbook allows team members to share recipes and earn charitable...
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Elastic Culture
2026-06-09 00:00
Understanding vector databases is essential in today's data-driven world. 🗃️ Unlike traditional databases, vector databases manage data as vectors, enhancing search precision and enabling machine learning applications. As data volumes increase, their role in managing unstructured data becomes more critical. Choosing the right vector database involves considering performance, scalability, and system compatibility. This guide answers key questions about their features and differences from...
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Jordi Mon Companys
2026-06-09 00:00
Discover the approximate nearest neighbor (ANN) algorithm! 🌐 ANN enhances search efficiency by quickly identifying data points close to your query, even in vast datasets. As data grows, traditional nearest neighbor methods struggle, making ANN essential for effective recommendations in platforms like Spotify and Netflix. 🎶📺 Learn about its workings, types, and importance in vector search. #DataScience #MachineLearning #ANN #TechInnovation #Algorithms
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Jordi Mon Companys
2026-06-09 00:00
Elasticsearch's HNSW achieves an impressive recall@10 of 0.99 at 15,000 QPS, surpassing OpenSearch for production vector search. 📊 The article explains how HNSW and DiskBBQ quantization improve recall and speed, highlighting the challenges of exact nearest neighbor search at scale. It also details the workings of HNSW and the effects of quantization on memory usage without significant recall loss. #Elasticsearch #HNSW #VectorSearch #DataScience #MachineLearning
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Jordi Mon Companys
2026-06-09 00:00
🌍 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at Elastic foster community and inclusivity since 2016. These groups allow Elasticians to connect based on shared backgrounds and experiences. ERGs promote knowledge sharing, learning, and networking across our diverse, global workforce. They embody our Source Code, emphasizing acceptance and healthy discourse. Karen Penn, head of global inclusion, highlights the importance of “respecting the pause” in communication to ensure understanding among our diverse...
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Elastic Culture
2026-06-09 00:00
🌍 Onboarding at Elastic is designed to make new hires feel welcomed and prepared, regardless of location. In the first weeks, new employees are encouraged to connect with colleagues to build relationships. Elastic's X-School program plays a key role in this process, offering a comprehensive orientation experience. X-School spans four days, featuring interactive sessions that foster personal and professional growth. It accommodates global time zones, ensuring inclusivity for everyone. Senior...
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Elastic Culture
2026-06-05 00:00
Public sector security teams face increasing challenges from AI-driven cyber threats. To keep pace, many are adopting AI-powered Security Operations Centers (SOCs) that enhance threat detection and response times. ⚡️ Agentic SOCs automate workflows to support analysts without replacing them. This approach ensures human oversight while managing the rapid speed of attacks. Transparency in AI decisions is key for effective security management. 🔍 Learn more about how these advancements are...
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John Harmon
2026-06-03 00:00
Struggling with slow threat detection due to heavy security data? You're not alone. Many organizations face challenges with fragmented visibility from using multiple tools. The article outlines four principles to streamline your architecture for faster incident response. Key strategies include unified search, open standards, and AI-native architecture to reduce detection and response times. Discover how to overcome data gravity and enhance your SOC's efficiency! 🌐🔍💡 #CyberSecurity #AI...
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Joe DeFever
2026-06-03 00:00
AI is reshaping the buying cycle, leading customers to prefer unified platforms for observability, security, and search. Elastic is positioned to help partners capitalize on this trend through strategic growth opportunities. As customers seek efficiency and consolidation, partners can thrive by adapting quickly. Explore how to build your practice with Elastic for future success. 🌐🚀 #Elastic #AIDriven #PartnerGrowth #UnifiedPlatforms #BusinessStrategy
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Jesse Sladek
2026-06-02 00:00
LivePerson improved its Logstash and Kafka performance on GCP by benchmarking five machine types. They found that selecting the right infrastructure can significantly reduce costs. Switching to AMD Milan-based instances cut Logstash processing costs by over 50%, while optimizing Kafka through codec selection boosted throughput. These changes allowed for fewer high-throughput instances, reducing overall infrastructure needs. #CloudComputing #CostOptimization #GCP #Logstash #Kafka 🚀💡
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Emily Chioconi
2026-06-02 00:00
In the AI era, protecting critical infrastructure is crucial. As systems become more interconnected, the risk of cyber threats increases. AI-powered attacks are growing in sophistication, highlighting the need for modern security solutions. Organizations must focus on building a strong data foundation to safeguard sensitive information and enhance response times. Discover how to tackle these challenges and improve resilience in the face of evolving threats. #CyberSecurity #AI...
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Alf Franklin
2026-06-02 00:00
🚀 Elastic has made significant strides in 2026 for Microsoft Build attendees and Azure developers. Key updates include the Elastic Inference Service, which integrates text, images, video, and audio into a single Elasticsearch index across almost 100 languages. Additionally, Elastic Agent Builder enhances AI agents with improved context management, ensuring accuracy during long conversations. The new metrics engine processes OpenTelemetry data more efficiently, while Elastic Security Labs has...
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Greg Crist
2026-06-01 00:00
Financial services are advancing in AI, focusing on data governance, unified search, and observability architecture. Research shows that 42% of organizations plan to boost AI spending in 2026. However, many are struggling with fragmented data and trust issues, which hinder successful implementation. Experts emphasize the need for a solid data foundation to ensure accurate outputs and user trust. #AI #FinancialServices #DataGovernance #TechTrends #Innovation 🤖📊✨
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Karen Mcdermott
2026-05-28 00:00
🚀 Version 8.19.16 of the Elastic Stack is now available! This update includes important fixes for potential security vulnerabilities. Users are encouraged to upgrade from version 8.19.15 for better security. For a detailed list of changes and issues resolved, please check the release notes. #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #CyberSecurity #TechNews #VersionRelease
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Nina Lee
2026-05-28 00:00
🚀 The Elastic Stack has released version 9.3.5! This update includes important security fixes, and it is recommended to upgrade from version 9.3.4. For a comprehensive list of changes and resolved issues, check the release notes. Stay secure and updated! 🔒🛠️ #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #Cybersecurity #TechNews
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Nina Lee
2026-05-28 00:00
🚀 New Release Alert! Version 9.4.2 of the Elastic Stack is now available. Users are encouraged to upgrade from 9.4.1 to benefit from important security fixes. For a full list of changes and detailed fixes, check the release notes. Stay secure! 🔒 #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #CyberSecurity #TechNews
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Nina Lee
2026-05-26 00:00
🚀 Understanding the gaps in your AI infrastructure is crucial for success. The article outlines five key areas that CIOs need to address: 1️⃣ Data accessibility and quality 2️⃣ Context engineering capabilities 3️⃣ Legacy system integration challenges 4️⃣ Inadequate AI performance monitoring 5️⃣ Missing governance and organizational structure These gaps hinder the potential of AI agents to deliver real value. #AI #DataQuality #CIO #TechInnovation #EnterpriseAI
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Rusty Searle
2026-05-21 00:00
🚀 The rapid adoption of AI in financial services reveals a significant challenge: 40% of initiatives fail due to data management issues. 📊 Organizations often rely on outdated systems and siloed data, hindering AI's effectiveness. A unified data platform is essential for real-time insights and operational success. 💡 Leaders must prioritize data readiness to keep pace with market demands and avoid falling behind. #FinancialAI #DataManagement #AIFailures #Fintech #Innovation
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Tim Brophy
2026-05-20 00:00
AI is transforming financial services, moving from experimentation to essential infrastructure. The 2026 Stanford AI Index Report emphasizes that while AI offers opportunities in customer service and fraud detection, it also introduces new risks. Secure, real-time data and strong governance are crucial to mitigate these threats. As financial institutions deploy AI, the focus will be on secure and responsible implementation. 🔒💡📊 #AI #FinancialServices #CyberSecurity #Innovation #RiskManagement
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Karen Mcdermott
2026-05-19 00:00
Unlock the potential of your AI initiatives with the Elasticsearch Platform! 🔍 Many enterprise AI systems rely on multiple tools for memory, search, and state management. This often leads to complexity and data loss. The Elasticsearch Platform simplifies this by integrating these functions into one engine. Elastic has successfully built AI systems like ElasticGPT and AgentEngine using this approach, proving that one platform can streamline operations. Explore how this can enhance your AI...
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Matthew Skinner
2026-05-14 00:00
🚀 After a year of deploying AI agents on the Elasticsearch Platform, Elastic's Field Technology team shares five key lessons learned from handling over one million messages. These lessons emphasize the importance of logs, retrieval thresholds, and the implications of token counts in AI performance. The insights aim to enhance user experiences in support and sales workflows. #AI #Elasticsearch #TechInsights #CustomerSupport #DataAnalysis
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Chris Blaisure
2026-05-13 00:00
A new duplicate detection system is transforming Kenya's HIV program! 🌍💉 The solution, built with Elastic Agent Builder, tackles the 56% failure rate of manual duplicate detection in patient records. By using tiered risk scoring, it enhances accuracy and saves $195K annually. This innovation aims to improve data reliability for better healthcare decisions. #HealthTech #HIVAwareness #DataIntegrity #Kenya #HealthcareInnovation
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Fredrick Kioko
2026-05-13 00:00
🚀 Exciting news! Version 9.4.1 of the Elastic Stack has been released. Users are encouraged to upgrade from version 9.4.0 for improved performance and fixes. For a complete list of changes and issues addressed, please check the release notes. Stay updated and enhance your Elastic experience! #ElasticStack #VersionUpdate #TechNews #SoftwareRelease
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adrian brown
2026-05-13 00:00
Discover Gauntlet, a standout project from the Elasticsearch Agent Builder Hackathon! 🛠️ Gauntlet utilizes mocking agents to mutate tool calls, exposing hidden failures and enhancing AI agent reliability. This innovative approach addresses the challenges of testing agents in dynamic environments. Learn how it continuously tests agent responses, adapting over time for improved performance. Check out the demo to see it in action! 🎥✨ #AI #Hackathon #Innovation #TechDevelopment #Elasticsearch
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Kavish Sathia
2026-05-13 00:00
Introducing PHAROS, an innovative system designed to enhance pharmacovigilance. Using Elasticsearch, it automates the detection of adverse drug safety signals in under 60 seconds. 📊✨ With the ability to analyze reports from various sources, it generates regulatory documents and sends critical alerts efficiently. This tool addresses the challenges faced by analysts, who traditionally spend weeks identifying safety signals. By streamlining this process, PHAROS aims to improve patient safety and...
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Prajwal Sutar
2026-05-13 00:00
🌟 The Elasticsearch Agent Builder Hackathon showcased innovative AI agents that addressed real-world issues using Elastic tools. Developers worldwide created projects focused on healthcare, security, and compliance. Notable winners included PHAROS, which detects drug safety signals in under 60 seconds, and Gauntlet, a system for adversarial testing. These solutions highlight the potential of combining AI with specific industry needs. Read more about the winning projects and their impact!...
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Himanshi Goyal
2026-05-08 00:00
Logs are evolving with the rise of generative AI (GenAI), transforming from simple troubleshooting tools into valuable sources of business intelligence. 📊 Organizations can now leverage AI to enrich and analyze logs, turning them into actionable insights that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. 🛠️ This shift allows for a proactive approach, connecting operational signals to business outcomes rather than relying on manual queries. 💡 Discover the full potential of log...
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Elastic Observability Team
2026-05-08 00:00
Logs are becoming essential for observability in IT operations, especially with the rise of generative AI (GenAI). 💻 They offer insights that enhance efficiency while managing the growing data demands of digital systems. GenAI enables teams to turn these logs from mere noise into valuable resources, revealing critical details about system behavior. Learn how your team can leverage logs for better analytics and operational success! #GenAI #LogManagement #ITOperations #DataAnalytics #Observability
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Elastic Observability Team
2026-05-07 00:00
WP Engine partners with Google Cloud and Elastic to enhance search capabilities for over 2 million users. 🤝 In a recent webinar, experts discussed the importance of a unified architecture, which allows for fast updates and high-precision search across vast data. This innovation addresses the growing demands of modern software vendors. The partnership aims to provide scalable AI features while maintaining performance and cost-efficiency. 💡 #WPEngine #GoogleCloud #Elastic #SearchInnovation...
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Sunile Manjee
2026-04-29 00:00
State and local governments in the U.S. are facing increasing cyber threats, with security resources often unevenly distributed. A whole-of-state security model promotes shared visibility and coordination, enhancing resilience while maintaining data sovereignty. AI-driven analytics assist teams in detecting threats more effectively. This collective defense approach aligns with the 2026 National Cyber Strategy, emphasizing collaboration between public and private sectors. #CyberSecurity #AI...
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Bobby Suber
2026-04-28 00:00
The 2026 State of Observability in Financial Services report highlights significant changes in how organizations manage their digital infrastructure. Key findings show a shift from basic metrics collection to a focus on unified insights that drive business decisions. This evolution supports cybersecurity, compliance, and operational resilience. Notably, 70% of IT leaders now classify their observability practices as mature or expert—up from 45% last year. Companies are optimizing investments...
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Leah McEwen
2026-04-23 00:00
🚀 Exciting news for Elastic Cloud users! Google's Axion-powered Arm hardware profiles are now available, offering a CPU-optimized experience. This new profile provides up to 25% better price-performance, enhancing efficiency for observability, security, and search workloads. This upgrade allows for improved data processing and cost-effective scaling, all while maintaining existing operations on Elastic Cloud. Check the regional availability for deployment options! #ElasticCloud #GoogleCloud...
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Yuvraj Gupta
2026-04-22 00:00
🔒 Elastic Security has become the embedded security layer for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) air-gapped environments. This integration aims to assist government, defense, finance, and telecom sectors working offline, enhancing their security against rising threats. The article discusses the challenges air-gapped environments face and how AI-driven defenses can be implemented effectively without sacrificing isolation. #CyberSecurity #GoogleCloud #ElasticSecurity #AirGapped #TechNews
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Jason Pappalexis
2026-04-21 00:00
🚀 Elastic has been awarded the Google Cloud Partner of the Year for the fifth consecutive time, recognizing its contributions in AI and Data Management. This award highlights Elastic's deep integration with the Google Cloud Vertex AI platform, empowering customers in search, security, and observability. Elastic and Google Cloud continue their collaboration to deliver innovative AI solutions that meet diverse customer needs. 🌐🤝 #Elastic #GoogleCloud #AI #Partnership #Innovation
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Brian Bergholm