Python Releases
Python language news, releases and ecosystem updates. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 133 Python releases · Updated
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uv 0.11.22: Performance, bug fixes, and preview features
The uv 0.11.22 release includes performance improvements to the resolver and numerous bug fixes for dependency management and validation. Several new preview features are also introduced, allowing configuration via TOML files and enhancing command-line capabilities. This patch release impacts users of the uv package installer and build tool.
patch - Python Insider blogengineer ·
Python Packaging Council Inaugural Election Dates Announced
The Python Packaging Council (PPC), a new body to govern Python packaging specifications, will hold its inaugural election alongside the 2026 Python Software Foundation (PSF) Board election. The PPC aims to coordinate packaging efforts and improve the user experience, involving stakeholders like PyPA and the Python core team. Election timelines, nomination processes, and voter eligibility requirements, including PSF membership by August 25th, are detailed.
announcement - Python Insider blogsecurityengineer ·
Python.org download metadata API authentication bypass fixed
A critical authentication bypass vulnerability in the python.org release management API, reported on February 23rd, 2026, has been mitigated. This flaw would have allowed an attacker to modify Python release and file metadata, potentially affecting download URLs. While no exploitation has been detected, the fix ensures API requests are processed with correct privileges and hardens URL validation. The patch was developed and deployed within 48 hours of the report, followed by extensive auditing and third-party review.
security patch - Python Insider blogpreviewengineer ·
Python 3.15.0 Beta 3 Released
Python 3.15.0 beta 3 is available as a preview of the upcoming Python 3.15 release, offering bug fixes and build improvements. This release is intended for wider community testing to prepare projects for the new features. Maintainers are encouraged to test their projects and report issues, but production use is not recommended until the release candidate phase.
feature patch - Python Insider blogengineer ·
Python 3.14.6 and 3.13.14 patch releases available
New maintenance releases for Python 3.14 and 3.13 are now available, offering numerous bug fixes, build improvements, and documentation updates. These patches are important for users seeking stability and reliability in their Python environments. Python 3.14.6 addresses approximately 179 issues, while 3.13.14 includes around 240 fixes, building on their respective previous versions.
patch - Python Insider blogpreviewengineer ·
Python 3.15.0 Beta 2 Released with New Features and Improvements
Python 3.15.0 beta 2 is now available, offering an early look at upcoming features and bug fixes. This is the second of four planned beta releases, intended for broader community testing to prepare projects for the stable release. Notable changes include PEP-driven enhancements like explicit lazy imports, a new frozendict type, improved profiling tools, and default UTF-8 encoding.
feature patch - Python Insider blogengineer ·
Python 3.14.5 includes a new (old) garbage collector
Python 3.14.5 has been released, featuring the reintroduction of an older garbage collection mechanism. This change aims to address specific memory management issues for certain workloads. The update is available for all Python users, with the specific impact dependent on application memory usage patterns.
patch - Python Insider blogpreviewengineer ·
Python 3.15.0 beta 1 released
Python has released the first beta of version 3.15.0. This prerelease milestone indicates significant development progress towards the final stable release. It is available for testing by developers and early adopters who wish to explore new features and provide feedback before general availability.
feature announcement - Python Insider blogengineer ·
Python 3.14.5 RC: New (Old) Garbage Collector
Python 3.14.5 release candidate introduces a new garbage collector, which is actually an older, stable version. This update aims to provide improved memory management and stability for Python applications. It is available for testing by developers and users who wish to preview the changes before the final release.
patch - Python Insider blogengineer ·
CPython Progress Update: Rust Integration Status
This update details the ongoing progress of integrating Rust into the CPython interpreter. It covers advancements in using Rust for core interpreter components and experimental features. The information is primarily relevant to CPython developers and those interested in the language's evolution.
announcement - Python Insider blogengineer ·
Python Releases: 3.15.0a8, 3.14.4, 3.13.13
Python has released its latest versions, including the 8th alpha of 3.15.0, along with bug fix releases for 3.14.4 and 3.13.13. These updates are available for users who need the latest features or bug fixes. This release includes a final alpha for the upcoming 3.15.0 series.
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