GCP Releases
Google Cloud releases and Terraform Google provider. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 834 GCP releases · Updated
- Google Cloud release notes infragcpengineer ·
Cloud Workstations: Easier Configuration Creation
Google Cloud Workstations has optimized its configuration creation page in the Cloud console for speed and ease of use. New features include selectable machine presets, consolidated essential settings, and automatic provisioning of pending clusters. These enhancements benefit users who frequently create or manage workstation configurations by streamlining the setup process.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps SIEM: UDM fields show enrichment status
Google SecOps SIEM now visually indicates whether User Data Model (UDM) fields are enriched or unenriched using new 'E' or 'U' icons. This feature helps users understand the origin of data and the additional context provided by Google SecOps. It applies to all UDM fields within the SIEM. More details are available in the "Viewing events" documentation.
feature - Google Cloud release notes awsgcpgaengineergcp-compute-engine ·
Compute Engine C4D machine series now supports Hyperdisk Balanced HA disks
The C4D machine series in Compute Engine now generally supports Hyperdisk Balanced High Availability (HA) disks. This integration enhances disk availability and performance for workloads running on these machine types. This feature is now generally available, impacting users of the C4D machine series who require robust storage solutions.
feature - Google Cloud release notes aigcppreviewengineermediagcp-vertex-ai ·
Vertex AI Search adds new query filtering capabilities
Vertex AI Search has introduced two new preview features for its Feature Agent Search: prefix and partial matching for query filters, and an EXISTS filter. These enhancements allow for more flexible and precise scoping of search results, impacting users performing custom, website, or media searches. Both features are currently in Public Preview.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Sensitive Data Protection: Object Type infoType detector availability expanded
The OBJECT_TYPE/PERSON/SIGNATURE infoType detector for Sensitive Data Protection is now available in global regions and specific multi-regions including Asia, Europe, and the US. This expansion allows more users to leverage this sensitive data detection capability. Engineers and architects working with sensitive data in these regions will benefit from the enhanced availability.
feature - Google Cloud release notes infragcpengineergcp-composer ·
Managed Service for Apache Airflow: API Dependencies Updated
Several API dependencies are being phased out for Managed Airflow (Gen 3) and will require separate enablement for new Gen 2 environments. This change impacts users creating new Gen 2 environments in projects where the Cloud Composer API was not previously enabled. Existing environments remain unaffected, but users provisioning new Gen 2 environments, especially via automation, must now explicitly enable these dependencies.
patch - Google Cloud release notes gcppreviewengineerfinancegcp-bigquery ·
Cloud Billing data export to BigQuery now supports FOCUS spec in Preview
Google Cloud Billing now offers data export to BigQuery supporting the FinOps Open Cost and Usage Specification (FOCUS) in Preview. This feature aims to provide consistent cost and usage datasets, benefiting FinOps professionals and engineers managing cloud spend. The export includes FOCUS columns up to version 1.2, with detailed documentation available.
feature - Google Cloud release notes governancegcpengineer ·
Google Cloud Contact Center as a Service 4.39 Release
Google Cloud CCaaS version 4.39 has been released, containing numerous bug fixes for agent and call management features. These improvements aim to enhance the reliability and user experience of the contact center platform for agents and supervisors. The update is being rolled out according to chosen deployment schedules.
patch announcement - Google Cloud release notes infragcppreviewengineer ·
Cloud Service Mesh Security Patch Releases Address Vulnerability
Multiple patch versions of Cloud Service Mesh (1.28.7-asm.4, 1.27.9-asm.5, and 1.26.8-asm.11) are now available, each containing a fix for security vulnerability GCP-2026-035. These releases update the underlying Envoy proxy versions and are relevant for users running in-cluster Cloud Service Mesh. A previously announced rollout has been stopped and will be superseded by a new release including these patches.
security announcement - Google Cloud release notes aigaengineer ·
Gemini 3.5 Flash Now Generally Available for Code Assist
Gemini 3.5 Flash has reached general availability for Gemini Code Assist users in VS Code and IntelliJ. This powerful model can now be utilized for agent mode, chat, and code generation functionalities. The availability extends to users working within these popular IDEs, enabling enhanced AI-powered coding assistance.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes awsazuregcpdatabrickssnowflakegaengineergcp-cloud-sql ·
Cloud SQL for MySQL managed buffer pool now GA
Cloud SQL for MySQL's managed buffer pool feature has reached General Availability. This feature helps prevent out-of-memory errors by dynamically reducing the innodb_buffer_pool_size when memory is constrained. It is now available for all users of Cloud SQL for MySQL.
feature - Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcpengineer ·
Cloud Trace supports regional endpoints
The Cloud Trace API now supports regional endpoints, offering improved performance and data locality. This change benefits users who need to manage trace data within specific geographic regions for compliance or latency reasons. The v1 and v2 REST API references detail the available endpoints.
feature - Google Cloud release notes aigcpgapreviewengineergcp-bigquery ·
BigQuery adds Gemini, JDBC driver, and cost controls
BigQuery is rolling out several new features and enhancements, including Gemini Cloud Assist for data lineage and query scheduling, a GA JDBC driver for Java applications, and token-based cost management for generative AI functions. IAM deny policies are also now generally available. These updates affect data engineers, developers, and architects using BigQuery, with some features currently in preview.
feature - Google Cloud release notes dataawsgcpgaengineer ·
NetApp Volumes Backup for ONTAP Mode GA
Backup capabilities for NetApp Volumes running ONTAP mode are now generally available. This enhancement allows users to protect their ONTAP data more effectively within Google Cloud. The feature is available now for all users.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpsecurity-advisoryengineer ·
Container Optimized OS Update Includes Numerous Linux Kernel Security Fixes
This release of Google's Container Optimized OS (COS) addresses a significant number of security vulnerabilities within the Linux kernel, including multiple CVEs. These fixes are critical for maintaining the security posture of containerized workloads running on GCP. The update applies to all users of Container Optimized OS, with specific versions for Kernel, Docker, Containerd, and GPU drivers noted.
security patch - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Apigee hybrid v1.16.5 release
Google Cloud released an updated version of Apigee hybrid, v1.16.5, on June 8, 2026. This patch release includes various security and CVE fixes. Users can upgrade via Helm charts, which automatically update container images, simplifying the process.
security announcement - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps SOAR Release 6.3.88
Google SecOps SOAR has released version 6.3.88, currently rolling out to initial regions. This update focuses on internal and customer-facing bug fixes. Further details on regional availability can be found in the provided documentation.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes gcpgaengineer ·
Cloud Location Finder reaches General Availability
Google Cloud's Cloud Location Finder service is now generally available. This service helps developers identify the most suitable geographic locations for their cloud resources. It is now production-ready for all Google Cloud users.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps SOAR 6.3.87 Released
Google SecOps SOAR has released version 6.3.87, which is now available across all regions. This release signifies an update to the security orchestration, automation, and response platform. Users can expect the latest improvements and features to be accessible immediately.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes securityawsengineer ·
reCAPTCHA Mobile SDK for iOS v18.9.1 released
Version 18.9.1 of the reCAPTCHA Mobile SDK for iOS is now available. This update resolves issues with symbol collisions, particularly affecting libraries that use Objective-C protocols. This patch is relevant for iOS developers integrating reCAPTCHA into their applications.
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