Azure Updates - Latest from Azure Charts

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server: DuckDB extension

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:00:49 Z

You can now install the DuckDB extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Announcing new security, maintenance and analytics features for PostgreSQL at Microsoft Build 2026

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:13:00 Z

At Microsoft Build 2026, we’re announcing a major wave of PostgreSQL innovation across Azure. Alongside the public preview of Azure HorizonDB, we’re delivering a broad set of enhancements for our ful...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: HorizonDB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Oracle schema conversion to Azure PostgreSQL in Visual Studio Code

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:47 Z

You can now convert Oracle database schema objects to Azure Database for PostgreSQL-compatible schema directly in the PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. The experience provides a project-based workflow for Oracle to Microsoft for PostgreSQL offe
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Pre-upgrade validation checks for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:47 Z

You can now proactively validate Major Version Upgrade (MVU) readiness for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server before initiating the actual upgrade process. New pre-upgrade validation checks allow you to independently run upgrade compatibility v
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Microsoft Defender security assessments for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:47 Z

You can now use Microsoft Defender security assessments for Azure Database for PostgreSQL to continuously evaluate your database security posture and identify potential vulnerabilities and misconfigurations. This feature helps you strengthen your security
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Defender for Cloud, Categories: Security

Azure Database PostgreSQL - Flexible Server cross-tenant customer-managed keys

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:47 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server now supports cross-tenant customer-managed keys (CMK), in public preview, allowing you to encrypt your data at rest using an Azure Key Vault key that resides in a separate Microsoft Entra tenant from the dat
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server pg_ivm extension

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:47 Z

Now customers can install the pg_ivm extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Introducing PostgreSQL Hub for Azure Developers

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:33:00 Z

PostgreSQL Hub for Azure Developers is live. A centralized destination with curated sample apps, tutorials, videos, structured learning pathways, and a community space to connect with Microsoft ...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Update: Microsoft Entra ID token refresh support for Python, .NET, and JavaScript in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:15:14 Z

You can now take advantage of Microsoft Entra ID token refresh support in Python, .NET, and JavaScript client libraries to simplify authentication in your applications backed by Azure Database for PostgreSQL. With this release, your applications can autom
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

Building an Enterprise-Grade SQL Platform on Kubernetes using Crossplane and Azure PostgreSQL

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:58:00 Z

Strategic Overview Build a Kubernetes-native SQL platform using Crossplane-based database operator to provision Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server. Active–Passive, multi-region database architect...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Kubernetes Service, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Cascading read replicas in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:45:30 Z

Cascading read replicas are now generally available in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, giving you greater flexibility to scale read‑intensive workloads. You can now create read replicas from existing ones, creating up to 30 across two levels of replication
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in Denmark East

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:45:10 Z

You can now deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in the Denmark East Azure region. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Logical replication slot sync Status metric for Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:45:10 Z

You can now monitor the synchronization status of your logical replication slots in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server using the new logical_replication_slot_sync_status metric, now in public preview. This Azure Monitor metric shows whether e
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Monitor, Categories: Features

Premium SSD v2 for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:30:14 Z

We are excited to announce the general availability of Premium SSD v2 for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. With Premium SSD v2, you can achieve up to four times higher IOPS, significantly lower latency, and better price-performance for I/O-i
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Migrating from virtual network-integrated to Private Endpoint–capable network configuration

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:30:14 Z

You can now migrate your Azure Database for PostgreSQL server from a virtual network‑integrated deployment to a network configuration that supports Private Endpoint connectivity. If you originally deployed your server inside a virtual network but now want
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Virtual Network, Categories: Features

Enhanced Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:30:14 Z

New capabilities make it easier to mirror real-world Azure Database for PostgreSQL workloads at scale in Microsoft Fabric and operate them with confidence.You can mirror native PostgreSQL data types such as JSON, JSONB and other commonly used types, so ri
Update Type: GA, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Azure Functions, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability Refresh: Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:21:00 Z

Introduction We are excited to announce the General Availability Refresh of Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric. This update introduces several new capabilities designed to ...
Update Type: GA, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Cascading Read Replicas Now Generally Available!

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:17:00 Z

We’re excited to announce the General Availability of cascading read replicas in Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This capability allows you to create read replicas for your Azure Database for PostgreS...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Enhancements to maintenance notifications in Azure Service Health

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:45:09 Z

We’re introducing regional level consolidated maintenance notifications for Azure Database for PostgreSQL to simplify how you stay informed about upcoming maintenance. Instead of one notification per server, now you receive a single notification per regio
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

PgBouncer 1.25.1 support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:45:09 Z

PgBouncer 1.25.1 is now generally available in Azure Database for PostgreSQL. As a built-in connection pooling feature, PgBouncer helps you scale to thousands of connections with low overhead by efficiently managing idle and short-lived connections.With t
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Premium SSD v2 Is Now Generally Available for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:24:00 Z

We are excited to announce the General Availability (GA) of Premium SSD v2 for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. With Premium SSD v2, you can achieve up to 4× higher IOPS, significantly ...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL will retire on March 31, 2029

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:45:08 Z

On March 31, 2029, Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL will be retired, and you'll need to migrate to Azure Database for PostgreSQL Elastic Cluster by that date. Azure Database for PostgreSQL Elastic Cluster delivers the same distributed PostgreSQL capabilitie
Update Type: Deprecation, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Retirements

Custom time zone support for pg_cron via cron.timezone in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:30:45 Z

You can now modify the cron.timezone server parameter in Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This parameter controls the time zone used by pg_cron when evaluating scheduled jobs. By configuring cron.timezone, you can ensure scheduled jobs run according to your
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

PostgreSQL migration service supports compatible EDB workloads into Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:30:45 Z

We’re excited to announce that EDB PostgreSQL is now supported as a source for migration into Azure Database for PostgreSQL. You can migrate and consolidate PostgreSQL estates from EDB Postgres Extended Server to Azure using secure, reliable workflows des
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

PostgreSQL migration service supports for Google AlloyDB into Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:30:45 Z

We’re excited to announce that Google AlloyDB is now supported as a source for migration into Azure Database for PostgreSQL. You can migrate and consolidate PostgreSQL estates from Google AlloyDB to Azure using secure, reliable workflows designed for mini
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

Online migration now uses the pgoutput plugin

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:30:45 Z

You can now leverage pgoutput for online (minimal-downtime) migrations with improved reliability and performance. By aligning with PostgreSQL’s native logical replication framework, this update improves ecosystem compatibility with modern PostgreSQL deplo
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Terraform, Bicep, Ansible support for elastic clusters on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:35 Z

You can now provision and manage Azure Database for PostgreSQL elastic clusters using Terraform, Bicep, and Ansible, with full General Availability support. With native infrastructure-as-code support, you can consistently create, scale, and manage elastic
Update Type: GA, Services: SQL Database, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL dashboards with Grafana

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:35 Z

You can now monitor your Azure Database for PostgreSQL with rich, built-in Grafana dashboards—right from the Azure portal. This native integration with Azure Monitor means you no longer need to set up or manage a separate Grafana instance to get deep visi
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Monitor, Categories: Features

Customer‑managed encryption keys now supported on Premium SSD v2 disks for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:35 Z

You can now enhance data security for your Azure Database for PostgreSQL workloads by using customer managed keys (CMKs) with Premium SSD v2 disks. Available in public preview, this update gives you greater control over how your data at rest is encrypted,
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Key Vault, Managed Disks, Categories: Features

Geo‑redundant backups for Premium SSD v2 in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:06 Z

You can now configure geo‑redundant backups with Premium SSD v2 disks for Azure Database for PostgreSQL, giving you an additional layer of disaster recovery for mission‑critical workloads. With this release, your automated backups are securely stored in a
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:53 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 18.1, 17.7, 16.11, 15.15, 14.20, and 13.23 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azure Data
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Deploy PostgreSQL on Azure VMs with Azure NetApp Files: Production-Ready Infrastructure as Code

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:05:00 Z

PostgreSQL is a popular open‑source cloud database for modern web applications and AI/ML workloads, and deploying it on Azure VMs with high‑performance storage should be simple. In practice, however,...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Azure NetApp Files, Categories:

General Availability of Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric Is Here!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:15:00 Z

Unlock Real-Time Analytics on Operational Data—Now Enterprise-Ready Few weeks ago at Microsoft Ignite 2025, we announced General Availability (GA) of Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL fle...
Update Type: GA, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server in Belgium Central

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:30:15 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server in the Belgium Central Azure region. Learn more
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Update pg_squeeze to version 1.9.1 in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:30:15 Z

Now you can upgrade the pg_squeeze extension to version 1.9.1 in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

The ip4r extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:30:15 Z

Now you can install the ip4r extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server. Ip4r provides efficient storage and indexing functionality for IPv4 and IPv6 addresses and ranges. Learn more
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

The credcheck extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:30:15 Z

Now you can install the credcheck extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server. The credcheck extension helps you to enforce password and credential validation policies directly within PostgreSQL. Learn more
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Oracle to PostgreSQL migration tooling in Visual Studio Code

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Migrating from Oracle to PostgreSQL is now simpler and faster with the new Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration tooling, available directly in the Azure Database for PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. This new tool helps you seamlessly convert your O
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

2025 REST API for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Announcing the general availability of the 2025 REST API for Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This release adds support for PostgreSQL 17 and 18, so you can adopt new versions without changing your automation patterns. You can also now set the default datab
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Elastic clusters on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Now you can use elastic clusters to horizontally scale Azure Database for PostgreSQL through row-based and schema-based sharding. Elastic clusters make it easy to build multitenant apps by offloading shard management and operations—such as tenant isolatio
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Native Microsoft Foundry support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Announcing the public preview of Microsoft Foundry support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL. The Azure PostgreSQL MCP Server is now natively integrated with Microsoft Foundry. This integration enables you to build AI agents to securely query and analyze
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure Functions, Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Container Apps, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server anon extension

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

The anon extension is now generally available in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. This extension provides data anonymization tools. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server v6 series VMs and AMD v6 Confidential Compute

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Now you can deploy general purpose and memory-optimized v6-series Azure Virtual Machines with local NVMe storage in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. The v6 series is available with either Intel or AMD processor options. Learn more.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server pg_duckdb extension

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Now you can create pg_duckdb extensions in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server, so you can accelerate analytics using DuckDB’s vectorized, columnar execution. Learn more.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

PostgreSQL 18 with in-place upgrade on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

You can now use PostgreSQL 18 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This release introduces the latest PostgreSQL innovations along with seamless in-place upgrade support, allowing you to move from earlier versions without changing your server endpoint, recon
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code with GitHub Copilot

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Announcing that the PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code is generally available. With this powerful tool, you can connect to PostgreSQL database instances, run queries, create and manage connection profiles, and take advantage of Microsoft Entra ID
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories:

Mirroring in Fabric for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

You can now bring data together and simplify analytics using Microsoft Fabric mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server, now generally available. Mirroring in Fabric unifies your organizational data in OneLake and supports network-isolat
Update Type: GA, Services: Power BI Embedded, Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL storage extension support for Parquet

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:01:02 Z

Announcing that Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server now supports the Azure Storage extension with Parquet format and multiple compression options. You can seamlessly read and write Parquet files directly from your database, enabling faster data
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Storage, Categories:

PostgreSQL + CloudNativePG guidance for AKS

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z

Learn how to set up an AKS cluster, deploy PostgreSQL, and explore CloudNativePG running on AKS.
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Kubernetes Service, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server availability zones expansion in Japan West

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:45:02 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in all three availability zones in Japan West.Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL read replicas with Premium SSD v2

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:45:17 Z

You can now configure read replicas (in-region and geo-replicas) with Premium SSD v2 storage tier in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Read replicas enable you to scale out read-heavy workloads and improve performance by offloading read opera
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

PgBouncer 1.23.1 support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:30:05 Z

PgBouncer 1.23.1 is now generally available in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. As a built-in connection pooling feature, PgBouncer helps you scale to thousands of connections with low overhead by efficiently managing idle and short-lived
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Near-zero downtime scaling for HA-enabled Azure Database for PostgreSQL servers

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:32 Z

You can now scale your Azure Database for PostgreSQL servers that have high availability (HA) enabled with minimal impact to your users. The process usually takes less than 30 seconds, while traditional scaling can take 2 to 10 minutes. This new capabilit
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

PostgreSQL 18 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:00:05 Z

You can now try PostgreSQL 18 in public preview on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. PostgreSQL 18 introduces new performance, scalability, and developer productivity improvements. With this preview, you get early access to the latest commu
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Microsoft Entra ID token refresh code samples in Python and .NET

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:00:46 Z

You can now access code samples for Entra ID token refresh using Python and .NET in Azure Database for PostgreSQL. These samples are designed to help you securely manage authentication tokens when connecting to your PostgreSQL database with Entra ID, ensu
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

General Availability of Online Migration to Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible server

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:28:00 Z

Online migration minimizes downtime by keeping your source database operational during the migration process, with continuous data synchronization until cut over. How can I use Online migration?  ...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:45:03 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 17.6, 16.10, 15.14, 14.19, 13.22, and 18 Beta 3 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azu
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

PostgreSQL Discovery and Assessment in Azure Migrate – Public Preview

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:54:00 Z

We’re excited to announce the public preview of PostgreSQL discovery and assessment in Azure Migrate! This feature helps organizations plan their migration journey to Azure by providing deep insights...
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Migrate, Categories:

Discover and assess PostgreSQL in Azure Migrate

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:24 Z

Planning the next move for your PostgreSQL workloads just got easier. Azure Migrate now enables you to discover and assess PostgreSQL resources across VMware, Hyper‑V, physical servers, and other cloud environments. Azure Migrate provides a centralized hu
Update Type: Preview, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Migrate, Categories: Features

Announcing Azure Confidential Computing for Azure Database for PostgreSQL (GA)

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 23:16:00 Z

Protecting sensitive data isn’t just about encryption anymore. The real question is, “How do you keep it secure while it’s being processed?” That’s where Azure Confidential Computing (ACC) steps in. ...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Confidential computing for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:45:39 Z

Announcing support for confidential computing in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Azure Confidential Computing encrypts data in hardware-based trusted execution environments (TEEs), processing data only when the cloud environment has been ve
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in Austria East and Chile Central

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:30:10 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in the Austria East and Chile Central regions. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Entra ID group login using user credentials

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:45:15 Z

The public preview of Entra ID group login using user credentials, now available on newly provisioned servers. This anticipated feature simplifies user management and improves security within the Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server environments.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in Malaysia West

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 16:00:27 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in the Malaysia West Azure region. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Upsert and Script Activity in Azure Data Factory and Azure Synapse Analytics for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 15:15:03 Z

Announcing the general availability of the Upsert method and Script activity support in Azure Data Factory and Azure Synapse Analytics when using Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This enhancement enables you to perform efficient, scalable, and declarative d
Update Type: GA, Services: Synapse Analytics, Database for PostgreSQL, Data Factory, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL cascading read replica

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 17:00:36 Z

You can now use cascading read replicas in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server, available in Public Preview. With this new capability, you can create additional read replicas from an existing one. A read replica can act as the source for new rep
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Entra authentication for Power BI Desktop

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:00:44 Z

You can now use Microsoft Entra ID authentication to connect to Azure Database for PostgreSQL from Power BI Desktop. This update simplifies access management, enhances security, and helps you support your organization’s broader Entra-based authentication
Update Type: GA, Services: Power BI Embedded, Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

Validate Updates Early by Staggering Maintenance in Azure PostgreSQL

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:52:00 Z

Stagger updates in Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server—patch Dev/UAT first, then Prod a week later—for early testing and lower risk.
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server: Indonesia Central

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:00:23 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server in the Indonesia Central region. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:30:06 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 17.5, 16.9, 15.13, 14.18, and 13.21 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azure Database for
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

PostgreSQL 17 with in-place upgrade on Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:00:55 Z

You can now use PostgreSQL 17 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. With this release, you gain access to the latest PostgreSQL features along with the ability to perform seamless in-place upgrades from previous PostgreSQL versions—all without
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Migration service support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL 17

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:00:12 Z

The migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL now simplifies the process of moving your PostgreSQL databases to Azure with support for PostgreSQL 17. The migration service offers migration options from various PostgreSQL-supported sources, includ
Update Type: GA, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Azure Data Factory managed identity

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:15:26 Z

Announcing that you can now use user-assigned managed identity and system-assigned managed identity Entra authentication to connect your Azure Database for PostgreSQL instance with Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Data Factory. This feature enhances secu
Update Type: GA, Services: Synapse Analytics, Database for PostgreSQL, Data Factory, Categories: Features

GraphRAG and PostgreSQL integration in docker with Cypher query and AI agents

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:08:00 Z

Why should I care? ⚡️In under 15 minutes, you’ll have a Cypher-powered, semantically rich knowledge graph you can query interactively. How can graphRAG help? GraphRAG extracts str...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Upsert and Script activity in data factory in Microsoft Fabric for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:00:30 Z

We’re excited to announce the general availability of Upsert method and Script activity support in Microsoft Fabric when using Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This enhancement enables you to perform efficient, scalable, and declarative data transformations
Update Type: GA, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL support for pg_cron extension in PG 17

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:00:30 Z

Announcing that pg_cron is now supported in PostgreSQL 17 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. This extension brings powerful, built-in job scheduling to PostgreSQL 17—previously available only in earlier versions. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

High availability with SSD v2 for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:00:30 Z

You can now enable high availability (HA) with Azure Premium SSD v2 disks while deploying Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. You can configure zonal HA options using SSD v2 achieving a recovery point objective (RPO) of zero. Learn more.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

In-place major version upgrade to PostgreSQL 17 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:15:21 Z

You can now upgrade your Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server instance to PostgreSQL 17 using a simple, in-place upgrade—now available in public preview. This release allows you to move from previous PostgreSQL versions (14, 15, or 16) to Postgre
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Long-term backup retention for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 16:00:58 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server now offers a backup solution for supporting long-term backup retention and improved compliance for your PostgreSQL databases using Azure Backup. This release enables you to take advantage of a rich set of c
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features

Versionless customer managed keys in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Fri, 23 May 2025 02:45:39 Z

You no longer need to manage the key version for customer-managed keys (CMKs) in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Versionless keys automate the propagation of newly rotated CMKs independent of the rotation method (auto-rotation or manual). L
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Long-term Backups in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server Now Generally Available

Wed, 21 May 2025 14:50:00 Z

We are excited to announce the general availability of Long-Term Retention (LTR) backups for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server across all Azure regions. This powerful new capability addre...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Vaulted Backups by Azure Backup for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server in all regions

Tue, 20 May 2025 15:30:04 Z

Announcing the general availability (GA) of vaulted backups by Azure Backup for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - flexible server, a robust and scalable backup solution designed to meet the needs of enterprises and developers alike. Key features include pol
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Management, Regions & Datacenters

General Availability of Graph Database Support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:19:00 Z

We are excited to announce the general availability of the Apache AGE extension for Azure Database for PostgreSQL! This marks a significant milestone in empowering developers and businesses to harnes...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Announcing the Public Preview of the PostgreSQL Extension for Visual Studio Code

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:16:00 Z

This post is co-authored by Jonathon Frost, Principal PM. We are excited to announce the public preview of the brand-new PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code), an innovative to...
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Announcing a new IDE for PostgreSQL in VS Code from Microsoft

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:16:00 Z

We are excited to announce the public preview of the brand-new PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code), an innovative tool designed to simplify PostgreSQL database management and develo...
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Semantic Operators

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

Semantic operators in Azure Database for PostgreSQL bring a new intelligence layer to relational algebra, directly integrated into the SQL query engine. Semantic operators use large language models to understand operational data. You can use them to extra
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Azure AI extension managed identity support

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

With managed identity support in the Azure AI extension on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server, you no longer need to store secrets (access tokens) to your Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, and Azure Machine Learning services within the Postgre
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure AI Services, Machine Learning, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code with GitHub Copilot

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

We are thrilled to announce the public preview of the PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. With this powerful tool, you can connect to PostgreSQL Database instances, run queries, create and manage connection profiles, and take advantage of Entra I
Update Type: Preview, Services: SQL Database, Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

Apache AGE extension for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

We are excited to announce the general availability of the Apache AGE extension for Azure Database for PostgreSQL. With this release, you can unlock powerful graph database capabilities, enabling you to efficiently manage and analyze complex relationships
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Confidential computing for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

We are excited to announce support for confidential computing in Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. With confidential computing enabled, you can enhance the security of sensitive and regulated data, helping mitigate unwanted data access by clo
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

DiskANN on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:41 Z

We're thrilled to announce the general availability of DiskANN—one of the fastest vector indexing algorithms on the market—on Azure Database for PostgreSQL. Developed at Microsoft Research and used extensively at Microsoft in global services such as Bing
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

DiskANN on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Now Generally Available

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:00:00 Z

By Abe Omorogbe, Senior PM We’re thrilled to announce the General Availability (GA) of DiskANN for Azure Database for PostgreSQL unlocking fast, scalable, and cost-effective vector search for prod...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Simplify Your Data Strategy: Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric for Effortless Analytics on Transactional Data

Mon, 19 May 2025 13:00:00 Z

PostgreSQL is a popular relational database in application development, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL provides a fully managed service with enterprise-level security, availability, and scalability. Integrating Azure Database for PostgreSQL with Microsoft Fabric through Mirroring (Preview) enables seamless replication of transactional data for analytics, simplifying data processes and ensuring real-time insights and data consistency. Microsoft … Continue reading “Simplify Your Data Strategy: Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric for Effortless Analytics on Transactional Data”
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Security, Services

PostgreSQL 17 performance management server parameters now modifiable on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:30:16 Z

We are excited to announce that several parameters in Azure Database for PostgreSQL 17 can now be modified. This enhancement provides greater flexibility and control over your database configurations, allowing you to optimize performance and tailor settin
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Management

Support for time-series databases in the migration service for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:30:16 Z

You can now use the migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL to easily migrate time-series databases—without dropping the extension. With the click of a button, you can use the Migration tab on the Flexible Server portal page or go through the A
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:30:16 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 17.4, 16.8, 15.12, 14.17, and 13.20 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azure Database for
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Azure Data Factory service principal authentication

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:30:16 Z

We are excited to announce that you can now use service principal Entra authentication to connect your Azure Database for PostgreSQL instance with Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Data Factory. This feature enhances security and simplifies the authentica
Update Type: GA, Services: Synapse Analytics, Database for PostgreSQL, Data Factory, Categories: Features, Services

On-Demand Backups in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server Now Generally Available

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:39:00 Z

We’re excited to announce the General Availability of On-Demand Backups in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server! In today’s dynamic data management landscape, ensuring the protection and...
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Introducing Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Preview)

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 23:59:00 Z

We are thrilled to introduce the public preview of an MCP Server that let’s your AI applications and models talk to your data hosted in Azure Database for PostgreSQL according to the MCP standar...
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Fabric Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - flexible server

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:00:07 Z

Experience seamless integration and unparalleled data unification with Microsoft Fabric mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL flexible server. Easily unify your organizational data in OneLake, enhance app integration with rich business insights by j
Update Type: Preview, Services: Power BI Embedded, Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Understanding Real-Time Intelligence CDC connector for PostgreSQL database

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 09:00:00 Z

Coauthor: Aazathraj, Chief Data Architect, Apollo Hospitals Real-Time Intelligence in Microsoft Fabric provides multiple database change data capture connectors including SQL database, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Cosmos DB, which allows anyone to easily react and take actions on database changes in real-time. Each of the databases works differently when it comes to enabling CDC, giving permission … Continue reading “Understanding Real-Time Intelligence CDC connector for PostgreSQL database”
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Cosmos DB, Database for MySQL, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Announcing Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric for Public Preview

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:13:00 Z

Back at the first European Microsoft Fabric Community Conference in September 2024 we announced our Private Preview program for Mirroring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL in Microsoft Fabric. Toda...
Update Type: Preview, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Long-Term Backup Retention for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:15:48 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server now offers a backup solution for supporting long-term backup retention and improved compliance for your PostgreSQL databases using Azure Backup. This release enables you to take advantage of a rich set of ca
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features

On-Demand Backups for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:15:48 Z

Now you can create physical snapshots of Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server based on your business needs. This new feature complements the scheduled automated backups offered by the service, while adding the flexibility to delete the on-deman
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Support for New Zealand North Region

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

You can now deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL in the New Zealand North region. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Enhanced Performance Guidance in Azure Advisor for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

You can now proactively identify and resolve more performance scenarios in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server using Azure Advisor recommendations. Three new Advisor recommendations are available, and improvements to existing recommendations p
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Advisor, Categories: Features

Azure Data Factory – Azure Database for PostgreSQL Connector Version 2.0

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

We are excited to announce the release of the new Azure Data Factory – Azure Database for PostgreSQL connector. This updated connector now supports the latest TLS version 1.3 and multiple SSL modes for enhanced authentication. To ensure the best performan
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Data Factory, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Supports pg_repack Extension Version 1.5.1

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

Now you can install pg_repack extension version 1.5.1 for PostgreSQL major versions 13 and later. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server Supports the tdigest Extension

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

With the general availability of the tdigest extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, you can nowperform accurate quantile estimation for numeric data, making it easier to analyze percentiles and distributions at scale. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Supports postgresql-hll Extension

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

With the general availability of the postgresql-hll extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, you can efficiently approximate unique elements using the HyperLogLog data structure, which is ideal for large-scale analytics. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Support for Topn Extension

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:01 Z

With the general availability of the topn extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, you can quickly compute the most frequently occurring values in datasets, making it perfect for large data analysis and real-time dashboards. Learn more.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Vaulted Backups by Azure Backup for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server in 5 Regions

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:45:16 Z

Microsoft is excited to announce the general availability (GA) of Vaulted Backups by Azure Backup for Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server, a robust and scalable backup solution designed to meet the needs of enterprises and developers alike. Vaul
Update Type: GA, Services: Kubernetes Service, Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features, Compliance, Regions & Datacenters

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Azure AI Extension Managed Identity Support

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:00:16 Z

Latest PostgreSQL Minor Versions Supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:00:16 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 17.2, 16.6, 15.10, 14.15, 13.18, and 12.22 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azure Databa
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL pg_signal_autovaccum_worker role

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:45:27 Z

You can now use the pg_signal_autovacuum_worker role backported from PostgreSQL version 18 with Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server versions 15 and later. The autovacuum process, once it is triggered, blocks the execution of DDL statements until
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Discovery of PostgreSQL Installed on Azure Arc-enabled Servers

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 18:45:27 Z

We are thrilled to announce that Azure Arc-enabled servers now have the capability to automatically identify PostgreSQL installations. This new feature allows you to use Azure-based management for overseeing your servers running PostgreSQL at-scale. With
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Transition from Azure Data Studio to Visual Studio Code

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 19:30:07 Z

Azure Data Studio (ADS) will be officially retired on February 28, 2026, to streamline development efforts and improve the user experience in Visual Studio Code (VS Code). VS Code will become the recommended cross-platform tool for developers building bac
Update Type: Deprecation, Services: Virtual Machines, Cosmos DB, SQL Database, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Retirements

Performance management server parameters now modifiable in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:15:04 Z

We're thrilled to announce that you can now modify multiple performance management server parameters in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. You can now specify the value of hash_mem_multiplier, modify log_min_duration_sample, log_parameter_ma
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Management

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server network monitoring metrics

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:15:04 Z

We are excited to announce the release of new network monitoring metrics in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. With these enhancements, you can now gain deeper insights into network activities at the virtual machine level, helping you effect
Update Type: Preview, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

High-availability health status monitoring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:15:04 Z

With the general availability of high-availability (HA) health status monitoring for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server, you can now track and maintain the health of HA-enabled instances with ease. This feature offers real-time insights into
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server in Spain Central and Mexico Central regions

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:15:04 Z

Now you can deploy Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server in the Spain Central and Mexico Central regions. For a detailed list of supported regions, see Azure regions.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Regions & Datacenters

Index tuning in Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:15:20 Z

Now you can use index tuning to analyze the most resource intensive set of queries in your workload and produce recommendations of indexes that, once created, improve the performance of those queries. Index tuning also recommends indexes you can drop if t
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Managed Service Identity for Azure Storage extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:00:53 Z

You can now use Managed Service Identity to authenticate the Azure Storage extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server against Azure Blob Storage accounts. The Azure Storage extension enables interactions with Azure Blob Storage accounts
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Storage, Categories: Features, Services

Elastic clusters on Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:00:53 Z

Now you can use elastic clusters to horizontally scale Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server through row-based and schema-based sharding. Elastic clusters make it easy to build multitenant apps by offloading shard management and operations—such
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL support for oracle_fdw extension

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:00:53 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server now supports the oracle_fdw extension. This foreign data wrapper gives you easy access to your Oracle databases via foreign tables. Learn more
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

On-Demand Backups in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server - Public Preview

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:38:00 Z

Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

DiskANN indexing on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:30:23 Z

We're thrilled to announce the preview of DiskANN, one of the fastest vector indexing algorithms on the market, which is now available for Azure Database for PostgreSQL. Developed at Microsoft Research, DiskANN is used extensively at Microsoft in global s
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Semantic Ranker Solution Accelerator on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:00:35 Z

Accuracy of the information retrieval pipeline plays a key role in the quality of advanced Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. Using the new Semantic Ranker Solution Accelerator, you can extend Azure Database for PostgreSQL with a semantic
Update Type: GA, Services: Azure AI Services, Machine Learning, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Solution Accelerator for building a legal research copilot using GraphRAG on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:00:35 Z

Accuracy of the information retrieval pipeline plays a key role in the quality of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. GraphRAG is one of the advanced RAG techniques that improves accuracy of the information retrieval using graph-like relati
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Introducing the GraphRAG Solution for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:34:00 Z

Update Type: Announcement, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Introducing the Semantic Ranking Solution for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:34:00 Z

Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Index tuning is generally available in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:31:00 Z

Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Introducing Apache AGE graph support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:00:46 Z

We’re excited to announce new Apache AGE support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, a significant advancement in graph processing capabilities within the PostgreSQL ecosystem. You can now take full advantage of a powerful set of graph database tools using
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

On-demand backups for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:00:46 Z

Now you can create physical snapshots of Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server based on your business needs. This feature complements the scheduled automated backups offered by the service, while adding the flexibility to delete the on-demand ba
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Introducing support for oracle_fdw extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:57:00 Z

Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Public Preview: PostgreSQL 17 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 Z

Explore new performance enhancements and JSON functions in PostgreSQL 17.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Introducing support for Graph data in Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Preview)

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:00:00 Z

We are excited to announce the addition of Apache AGE extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL, a significant advancement that provides graph processing capabilities within the PostgreSQL ecosystem. This new extension brings a powerful toolset for developers looking to leverage a graph database with the robust enterprise features of Azure Database for PostgreSQL. AGE allows teams to move beyond traditional RAG application patterns to GraphRAG powered by Azure Database for PostgreSQL. What is Apache AGE? Apache Graph Extension (AGE) is a PostgreSQL extension developed under the Apache Incubator project. AGE is designed to provide graph database functionality, enabling users to store and query graph data efficiently within PostgreSQL. It supports the openCypher query language, which allows for intuitive and expressive graph queries. With AGE, you can manage and analyze complex relationships within your data, uncovering insights that traditional relational databases and even semantic search might miss. Key Features of AGE Graph and Relational Data Integration: AGE allows seamless integration of graph data with existing relational data in PostgreSQL. This hybrid approach enables you to benefit from both graph and relational models simultaneously. openCypher Query Language: AGE incorporates openCypher, a powerful and user-friendly query language specifically designed for graph databases. This feature simplifies the process of writing and executing graph queries. High Performance: AGE is optimized for performance, ensuring efficient storage and retrieval of graph data thanks to support for indexing of graph properties using GIN indices. Scalability: Built on PostgreSQL's proven architecture, AGE inherits its scalability and reliability, allowing it to handle growing datasets and increasing workloads. Benefits of Using AGE in Azure Database for PostgreSQL The integration of AGE in Azure Database for PostgreSQL brings numerous benefits to developers and businesses looki
Update Type: Preview, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server—support for postgresql_anonymizer extension version 1.3.2

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 Z

We are excited to announce that Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports the anon extension version 1.3.2. This extension enhances data anonymization capabilities, providing a powerful tool for protecting sensitive information in your
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Several performance management server parameters now modifiable on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 Z

We're thrilled to announce that you can now modify a number of performance management server parameters in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. You now have the ability to specify the maximum number of parallel apply workers per subscription
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Management

Generally Available: Several performance management server parameters now modifiable on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z

Configure a new set of server parameters for performance management—now modifiable in Azure Database for PostgreSQL — Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server—support for postgresql_anonymizer extension version 1.3.2

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z

Get support for the postgresql_anonymizer extension, also known as the anon extension—now available in version 1.3.2. This extension helps mask or anonymize sensitive data directly within your database, providing an extra layer of data protection.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: DiskANN indexing on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z

Use one of the fastest vector indexing algorithms for enhanced retrieval performance and accuracy in Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Introducing DiskANN Vector Index in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:34:23 Z

We're thrilled to announce the preview of DiskANN, a leading vector indexing algorithm, on Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server! Developed by Microsoft Research and used extensively at Microsoft in global services such as Bing and Microsoft 365, DiskANN enables developers to build highly accurate, performant and scalable Generative AI applications surpassing pgvector’s HNSW and IVFFlat in both latency and accuracy. DiskANN also overcomes a long-standing limitation of pgvector in filtered vector search, where it occasionally returns incorrect results. The DiskANN algorithm we’re releasing today is built on a new high-performance implementation started by the original Microsoft Research (MSR) authors. Our team has worked closely with MSR to fine-tune it specifically for PostgreSQL. What is DiskANN? DiskANN is an approximate nearest neighbor search algorithm designed for efficient vector search at any scale. It offers a hard to achieve combination of high recall, high throughput, and low query latency required by modern production-grade semantic search and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. Figure 1: DiskANN optimized layout on Azure PostgreSQL- Flexible Server DiskANN implements the following powerful techniques: Optimized storage – allows algorithm to scale beyond limits of RAM without sacrificing search speed. Vector quantization – keeps quantized vectors in memory. Our implementation of DiskANN on PostgreSQL balances the interactions between quantized and unquantized vectors, delivering both low latency and high accuracy. Iterative post filtering - enhances the accuracy of filtered vector search results without compromising on speed or precision. New Vamana graph structure robust to index updates – Vamana is more robust to changes than existing graph indices by maintaining accuracy despite many insertions, modifications, and deletions, without the need for expensive index rebuilds. Learn more about DiskANN from Microsoft. Th
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Azure AI Services, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Services

Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server in Microsoft Fabric - Private Preview

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:33:12 Z

Today at the European Microsoft Fabric Community Conference we announced the Private Preview of Mirroring Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server databases in Microsoft Fabric. This groundbreaking feature allows seamless integration of your operational data into Microsoft Fabric, effectively eliminating data silos and enhancing accessibility. Easy Integration: With just a few clicks, you can integrate your data into Microsoft Fabric for advanced analytics and AI-driven insights. Real-time Replication: Your PostgreSQL data is incrementally replicated in near real-time into Fabric OneLake in Parquet format, ensuring all analytical engines can access it without the need for data movement. Key features and capabilities of Mirroring databases in Microsoft Fabric: Feature Description Inserts/updates/deletes replication All changes made to Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server data are incrementally replicated into Fabric OneLake in near real-time without ETL processes, ensuring data remains current and synchronized. Direct query access Query data in OneLake directly from the SQL analytics endpoint, enabling complex analytical queries, building views, and generating visual queries seamlessly. SQL analytics endpoint experience Run intricate aggregate queries targeting one or more Flexible Server databases using SQL, create detailed views, and build visual queries with ease. Allows cross-joining data with other mirrored artifacts, Lakehouses, or Warehouses in Fabric. Integration with third-party tools Use the analytical endpoint within Fabric and from any third-party tools that support SQL, enhancing access to views and queries for versatile data analysis. Lakehouse shortcuts Add mirrored databases as shortcuts in Fabric Lakehouse, enabling data engineers to create detailed notebooks and utilize Spark for in-depth data analysis, joining mirrored database data with other data sources. BI visualization and reporting Vi
Update Type: Preview, Services: Microsoft Fabric, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 Z

PostgreSQL minor versions 16.4, 15.8, 14.13, 13.16, 12.20, and 17 Beta 3 are now supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server.These minor version upgrades are automatically performed as part of the monthly planned maintenance in Azure Data
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Online migration from Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Single Server to Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 Z

You can now use the online migration option to migrate from Azure Database for PostgreSQL –Single Server to Flexible Server. Online migration is the ideal choice when you have large databases and require limited application downtime.In online migration, a
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

V5 reservations for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 Z

We're excited to announce that reservations are now available for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server V5 instances (both Intel and AMD). By reserving compute resources, you can save significantly compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. With Azure D
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: V5 reservations for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z

Save up to 65% on V5 compute resources by using reserved capacity pricing.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: Online migration from Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Single Server to Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z

Experience seamless online migration with minimal application downtime.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports minor versions 16.4, 15.8, 14.13, 13.16, 12.20, and 17 Beta 3.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Azure Policy support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:00:00 Z

We are excited to announce that Azure Policy support for Azure PostgreSQL - Flexible Server is now generally available. This new feature helps you enforce rules and check compliance easily across your Azure resources. With Azure Policy, you can set, assig
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Policy, Categories: Features

Generally Available: Terraform support for geo-restore in Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z

Use Terraform to perform geo-restore for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: Azure Policy support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z

Help ensure compliance and security with Azure Policy support for Azure PostgreSQL - Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Policy, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Long-term retention for CMK-enabled Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z

Configure long-term retention for CMK-enabled Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Servers.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Pgvector 0.7 support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

Pgvector 0.7 is now available for Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports minor versions 16.3, 15.7, 14.12, 13.15, and 12.19
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Online migration in migration service Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

Experience seamless online migration for PostgreSQL with migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Extension version sync for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

Keep your PostgreSQL extensions up-to-date with a single command for enhanced security and stability.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: IOPS scaling for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

Optimize database performance with dynamic IOPS scaling for Azure PostgreSQL Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: New Azure Advisor recommendations for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z

New and updated Azure Advisor recommendations created for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Advisor, Categories: Features

Azure Policy Support is Generally Available for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:06:08 Z

What is Azure Policy? Azure Policy is a service within Microsoft Azure that allows organizations to create, assign, and manage policies. These policies define rules and effects over resources, identities, and groups, in an effort to ensure compliance and uphold security. Enforcement comes in two forms – flagging noncompliance so your team can remediate the concern or simply blocking deployment. Core Concepts of Azure Policy At the heart of Azure Policy are two core components: policies and initiatives. Policies in Azure are the specific rules or guidelines, while initiatives are collections of policies that help achieve a broader compliance goal. Let’s break down the components of policies below. A policy definition expresses what to evaluate and what action to take. Each policy definition in Azure Policy has a set of conditions under which it’s enforced and an accompanying effect that takes place if the conditions are met. Policy effects is what happens when the conditions are met. Some common effects include: Deny, Audit, Append, Disabled, and DeployIfNotExists Policy parameters are used to provide flexibility and reduce policy definition redundancy. They allow you to reuse the policy definition for different scenarios. Think of them as fields on a form to fill out – name, city, birthdate, address, etc. They remain, but how you fill them out can change. Policy assignments are the application of a policy or initiative to a specific scope (subscription, management group, etc.) Pic 1. Structure of Azure Policy (credit Sonrai Security) Advantages of Azure Policy Main benefits of using Azure Policy include consistent governance across all resources, streamlined management of policy enforcement, improved security and compliance, and increased visibility and control over cloud resources. Azure Policy vs. Azure Role Based Access Control (RBAC) Azure Policy and Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) differ significantly. While Azure Policy focuses on reso
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Policy, Categories: Compliance, Security, Services, Management

Generally Available: IOPS scaling for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:47:53 Z

Status: Now Available We are excited to announce the general availability of IOPS scaling for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server. This feature empowers you to dynamically scale your IOPS based on your workload needs. Ensure optimal performance during high-demand operations like migrations or data loads and scale down to save costs when demand decreases. With IOPS scaling, you can fine-tune your database's performance and manage costs more effectively without over-provisioning resources. Experience seamless and efficient database management with the flexibility to adjust IOPS as required. Start using IOPS scaling today to enhance your database's performance and efficiency. Visit the Azure portal to get started. Learn more. Products: Azure DB for PostgreSQL ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Management

Generally Available: New Azure Advisor recommendations for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:47:53 Z

Status: Now Available New Azure Advisor recommendations have been created for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server and existing recommendations have been improved to provide more actionable guidance.   Azure Advisor is a cloud assistant that analyzes your configuration and usage telemetry to make personalized recommendations to help improve performance, reliability, security, and cost effectiveness. You can find these recommendations in the Advisor dashboard section of the Azure Portal.    New Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server recommendations include checks for long running and orphaned prepared transactions, crossing the transaction wraparound limit, and exceeding the recommended bloat ratio. Learn more.   Products: Azure DB for PostgreSQL ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Advisor, Categories: Security

Public Preview: Extension version sync for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:47:53 Z

Status: In Preview We are excited to announce the public preview of extension version sync for Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. This feature allows you to seamlessly update your PostgreSQL extensions to the latest versions with a simple command, ensuring your system remains secure and up to date.   By using `ALTER EXTENSION UPDATE`, you can automatically upgrade to the most stable and secure versions available, enhancing both security and operational stability with minimal effort. This streamlined process prevents unauthorized changes and potential vulnerabilities, making it easier for you to manage your database extensions efficiently.  Learn more.   Products: Azure DB for PostgreSQL ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Security

Public Preview: Online migration in migration service Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:47:53 Z

Status: In Preview We're excited to announce the launch of our latest migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL feature: online migration, now available in public preview. This feature empowers you to migrate your PostgreSQL databases to Azure seamlessly and with minimal downtime. You'll benefit from a streamlined migration process that ensures your data is transferred securely and efficiently, allowing you to take advantage of Azure's scalability, performance, and security features without interrupting your business operations. By leveraging this new feature, you can confidently move your workloads to a more robust and reliable cloud environment, positioning your business for future growth. Start your migration journey today and experience the advantages of Azure Database for PostgreSQL with our migration service. Learn more. Products: Azure DB for PostgreSQL ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Security, Services

Raise the bar on AI-powered app development with Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0700

By harnessing the might of PostgreSQL in the cloud—with all the scalability and convenience you expect—comes Microsoft Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This fully managed service takes the hassle out of managing your PostgreSQL instances, allowing you to focus on what really matters: building amazing, AI-powered applications.
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Machine Learning, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories:

Azure PostgreSQL, Entra ID Authentication and .NET

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:25:55 Z

I'm currently working on a project in which we are using Entra ID rather than a traditional Postgre username and password. This is a great way to secure your database and ensure that only the right people have access to it. Note: For the purpose of this article, I'm going to use Entra ID to refer to a user identity, as well as a managed identity such as a service principal, as the approach is the same in this context here. The above linked documentation covers how you would setup the Azure resource with Entra ID as the authentication mode, so I won't go over that here (also, you can configure that when you initial create the database, or using a Bicep script), instead I want to look at how we use that in a .NET application, because when you're connecting using Entra ID you don't have a password to use, or at least not in the traditional sense. For this, I'm going to use the Npgql library, which is the most popular PostgreSQL driver for .NET. It's a great library and has a lot of features, and integrates nicely with Entity Framework Core and .NET Aspire. What makes connecting different Before we look at the how of connecting, we need to understand why this is a little different to using a username/password approach. When working with a PostgreSQL database that uses a username/password, you would have a connection string that looks like this: Server=myServerAddress;Port=5432;Database=myDataBase;User Id=myUsername;Password=myPassword; But when connecting using Entra ID, it looks like this: Server=server-name.postgres.database.azure.com;Database=postgres;Port=5432;Username=;Ssl Mode=Require; Notice how there is no Password field in the connection string. This is because when you connect using Entra ID, you don't have a password to use. Instead, you need to use a token that is generated by Entra. Generating a token When you connect to the database using Entra ID, you need to request an access token from Entra that you can use to authenticate. You can
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features, Services

Gen AI simplified: The azure_ai extension now generally available on Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:07:40 Z

We are thrilled to announce the general availability of the azure_ai extension on Azure Database for PostgreSQL. The azure_ai extension allows developers to seamlessly integrate Azure AI services from within their database using SQL queries. In conjunction with vector data this simplifies building Gen AI applications on Azure Database for PostgreSQL. Features and Capabilities With the azure_ai extension, you can now access Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Language services, Azure Translation and Azure Machine learning services with simple function calls from within SQL. The azure_ai extension enables Generation of embeddings with embedding models of creating embeddings with dimensions ranging from 384 to 3072. Embeddings can be generated as a scalar single embedding or as a batch for a set of them. Along with native vector data type using vector extension, embeddings can be generated as data is inserted or updated. Calling into Azure AI Language services to perform summarization, sentiment analysis , Key phrase extraction or PII detection on your data. Real-time text translation within your database with Azure AI translator simplifies building multi-lingual applications. Real-time predictions enable many scenarios such as fraud detection, product recommendations, predictive maintenance or predictive healthcare. You can invoke custom trained models or pre-trained models from Azure Machine learning catalog that are hosted on online endpoints. Online inferencing endpoints are a highly scalable way to operationalize models for real-time low latency requests with features such as auto-scale and rich monitoring and debugging support. Upgrade the Azure AI extension If you have installed the azure_ai extension a while ago, you can compare the currently installed version to the newest version allowed by using the SQL command and upgrade it to the latest version --check the currently installed and the latest version SELECT * FROM pg_available_
Update Type: GA, Services: Azure AI Services, Machine Learning, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features, Services

Introducing in-database embedding generation for Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 21 May 2024 23:18:36 Z

Introducing in-database embedding generation for Azure Database for PostgreSQL: via the azure_local_ai extension to Azure Database for PostgreSQL We are excited to announce the public preview release of azure_local_ai, a new extension for Azure Database for PostgreSQL that enables you to create text embeddings from a model deployed within the same VM as your PostgreSQL database. Vector embeddings enable AI models to better understand relationships and similarities between data, which is key for intelligent apps. Azure Database for PostgreSQL is proud to be the industry’s that has in-database embedding generation with a text embedding model deployed within the PostgreSQL boundary. Can be generated right within the database, thus offering: Single-digit millisecond latency. Predictable costs. Confidence that data will remain compliant for confidential workloads. In this release, the extension will deploy a single model, multilingual-e5-small, to your Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server instance. The first time an embedding is created, the model is loaded into memory. Preview terms for the azure_local_ai extension. azure_local_ai extension – Preview Generate embeddings from within the database with a single line of SQL code invoking a UDF. Harness the power of a text embedding model alongside your operational data without leaving your PostgreSQL database boundary. During this public preview, the azure_local_ai extension will be available in these Azure regions: Australia East East USA France Central Japan East UK South West Europe West USA This preview feature is also only available for newly deployed Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server instances. How does the azure_local_ai extension work? In-database embedding architecture azure_local_ai extension - Azure Database for PostgreSQL architecture diagram ONNX Runtime Configuration azure_local_ai supports reviewing the configuration parameters of ONNX Runtime thread-pool within
Update Type: Announcement, Services: Virtual Machines, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Regions & Datacenters

Public preview - Major version upgrade support for PostgreSQL 16

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

In-place major version upgrade support for PostgreSQL 16 in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: In-database embeddings in Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

Create text embeddings with sub 10ms latency from an LLM deployed within your Azure Database for PostgreSQL instance.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Index recommendations in Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

Optimize your workload by creating suggested indexes and dropping duplicated or unused indexes.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Azure AI extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

The Azure AI extension allows customers to leverage large language models and build rich PostgreSQL GenAI applications.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Data API builder

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

Add a feature-rich data API to an Azure database or on-prem database using Microsoft's open-source Data API builder.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, SQL Database, Database for MySQL, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Latest version of the TimeScaleDB extension on Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

Upgrade to the latest TimeScaleDB extension on Azure for enhanced time-series data handling and improved performance.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports minor versions 16.2, 15.6, 14.11, 13.14, and 12.18.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server enhanced disaster recovery features

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z

Explore advanced disaster recovery with Virtual Endpoints and seamless role-swapping in Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL geo-redundant backup and restore

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z

Store cluster backup in another region. Restore cluster in the primary or another region.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server networking with Azure Private Link

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports Private Endpoints in General Availability.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Private Link, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Real-time text translation using the azure_ai extension in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Text translation right within SQL facilitates building intelligent multilingual applications on Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Invoke Azure Machine Learning models using the azure_ai extension

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Invoke Azure Machine Learning models in real-time from SQL in Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Machine Learning, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Seamlessly migrate PostgreSQL to Azure using a managed service for complete schema and data transfers, hassle-free.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Azure Defender for Microsoft Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Defender for Cloud detects anomalous activities indicating unusual and potentially harmful attempts to access or exploit databases. When deployed, it provides another important security barrier.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Defender for Cloud, Categories: Features

General Availability: Major version upgrade logs for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Major version upgrade logs for Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server now generally available.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Microsoft Entra ID integration with Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z

Now you can use Microsoft Entra ID authentication on Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL clusters in addition or instead of the native Postgres authentication.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Categories: Features

General availability: Latest PostgreSQL minor versions supported by Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z

Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server now supports minor versions 16.1, 15.5, 14.10, 13.13, 12.17, 11.22 
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Azure SDKs support for Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z

Now you can use Azure SDKs including .NET SDK, Go SDK, Java SDK, JavaScript SDK, and Python SDK to manage the lifecycle of Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL clusters.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Azure CLI support for Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z

You can now use Azure CLI to manage the whole lifecycle of Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL clusters from provisioning to scaling to configuration changes and starting/stopping cluster compute.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public preview: Migration service in Azure Database for PostgreSQL

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z

Easily migrate PostgreSQL to Azure with a managed service supporting full schema and data migrations, without complexity.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally Available: Support for Cross Region Restore for PostgreSQL backups

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z

Cross region for Backup vault using Azure Backup is now generally available.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features, Management

General availability: PgAudit in Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z

Database session and object audit logging of database activities in Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Read replica in special regions with Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z

Read replica now available in Microsoft Azure operated by 21Vianet and Azure Government regions.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: Server logs for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z

Enhance your database monitoring with the new server log feature for Azure Database for PostgreSQL, offering customizable retention and straightforward downloading for operational excellence.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General availability: Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL Customer-managed keys (CMK)

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z

Customer-managed keys allow you to use your own key for cluster data encryption at rest.
Update Type: GA, Services: Cosmos DB, Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Generally available: PostgreSQL 16 support in Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z

Unlock advanced logical replication, query optimizations, and faster data loading with PostgreSQL 16 on Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server.
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server, enhanced disaster recovery features

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z

Explore advanced disaster recovery with Virtual Endpoints and seamless role-swapping in Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

General Availability: pgvector 0.5.1 extension

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z

Pgvector 0.5.1, includes support for HSNW indexing, l1_distance, and sum aggregates since the prior supported version 0.4.0
Update Type: GA, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Server logs for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z

Enhance your database monitoring with the new server log feature for Azure Database for PostgreSQL, offering customizable retention and straightforward downloading for operational excellence.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Categories: Features

Public preview: Azure Backup supports long term retention for backup of Azure Database for PostgreSQL– Flexible Server

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z

Now you can retain backups for up to 10 years by defining your own backup and retention policy for PostgreSQL- Flexible server.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features

Public Preview: Long Term Retention for Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z

Benefit from long term data retention and improved compliance using Azure Backup.
Update Type: Preview, Services: Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Backup, Categories: Features