Jul 8, 2026 · Databases

MySQL 26.7 EA Arrives: Calendar Versioning Jumps to 26 and Community Edition Evolves

MySQL 26.7.0 Early Access introduces calendar versioning that jumps the version number to 26, adds post‑quantum TLS support, a new Change Stream Applier, InnoDB refactoring, and moves the thread‑pool plugin to the community edition, while Oracle expands governance with a steering committee, a public roadmap, and a detailed release schedule for 2026‑2027.

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MySQL 26.7 EA Arrives: Calendar Versioning Jumps to 26 and Community Edition Evolves

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Aug 21, 2023 · Databases

Lifecycle and Version Management of MySQL and MariaDB

This article examines the current state and historical background of MySQL and MariaDB service lifecycles and version‑management strategies, comparing their community‑edition release models, long‑term‑support policies, innovation releases, and upgrade paths.

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Lifecycle and Version Management of MySQL and MariaDB