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Oct 7, 2025 · Databases

What’s New in PostgreSQL 18? UUID v7, Virtual Columns, and More

PostgreSQL 18, released on September 25 2025, introduces developer‑focused features such as native UUID v7 generation, virtual generated columns, enhanced RETURNING clauses, automatic BUFFERS in EXPLAIN ANALYZE, and a unified pg_get_acl() permission function, all aimed at improving everyday database development.