Snowflake Releases
Snowflake blog and product updates. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 87 Snowflake releases · Updated
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Snowflake Announces 2026 Data Drivers Award Winners
Snowflake has announced the winners of its 2026 Data Drivers Awards. These awards recognize individuals and organizations for their innovative use of the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. The honorees are celebrated for their contributions to revolutionizing and growing their respective fields through data.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogdatagovernancesnowflakegaarchitect ·
Snowflake Metadata Hub Unifies Data Estate
Snowflake introduced the Metadata Hub to unify disparate data estates, enabling cross-platform governance without requiring data migration. This feature aims to streamline data management and compliance efforts for organizations. It is designed for data architects and engineers managing complex data environments.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaigovernancesnowflakeengineergovernment ·
Slalom: Federal Agencies Should Reconsider Snowflake for AI, Governance, Cost
A new analysis by Slalom suggests federal agencies should re-evaluate their use of Snowflake as a cloud data platform. The report highlights concerns regarding AI readiness, governance capabilities, cost management, and secure data sharing. This perspective is particularly relevant for government entities evaluating their data infrastructure.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaisnowflake ·
Claude Opus 4.8 available on Snowflake Cortex AI
Claude Opus 4.8, featuring advanced reasoning and agentic capabilities, is now accessible through Snowflake's Cortex AI platform. This integration allows users to leverage cutting-edge AI models within Snowflake's secure and governed environment. The availability enhances Snowflake's AI offerings for its user base.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog bloganalyticsaisnowflakeretail ·
Snowflake Retail Analytics for Like-for-Like Growth
This article details how retail and consumer goods leaders can leverage AI, store intelligence, and supply chain analytics on Snowflake to achieve like-for-like growth. It focuses on strategies for 2026, highlighting the platform's capabilities for driving business expansion.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogsnowflakeengineerfinance ·
Snowflake Cortex Code Enables Live Finance Variance Analysis
Snowflake's Cortex Code has been used to transform a finance variance analysis workflow, replacing manual workbooks with a governed application. This new approach enables live updates during financial close, accelerates commentary generation, and significantly reduces the need for manual data rebuilding. The solution is designed for financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams seeking more dynamic and efficient reporting.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogcompliancegcpsnowflakegovernment ·
Snowflake Completes IRAP Assessment for GCP Australia
Snowflake has successfully completed an InfoSec Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) assessment for its deployment within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) in Australia. This achievement aligns with the Australian Government’s Protected level control requirements, enhancing data security for government entities operating in the region. The assessment covers Snowflake's services available in the GCP Melbourne region.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaigovernancesnowflakeengineer ·
Snowflake to acquire Natoma for governed AI agent access
Snowflake plans to acquire Natoma to enhance enterprise access to AI agents with improved controls. This acquisition aims to strengthen identity, policy, audit, and security for connecting AI agents to business applications. The integration will benefit organizations looking to deploy AI responsibly within their existing enterprise systems.
announcement feature - Snowflake Blog blogaisnowflakeengineerfinance ·
Nasdaq eVestment Uses Agentic AI on Snowflake for Financial Insights
Nasdaq eVestment is leveraging agentic AI and Snowflake Cortex with institutional data to enhance asset manager capabilities. This integration aims to accelerate prospecting, increase win rates, and deliver faster investment insights. The solution targets asset managers seeking to improve their client engagement and analysis.
announcement feature - Snowflake Blog blogaigovernancesnowflakegovernment ·
Snowflake and GSA Partner for AI-Driven Government Initiatives
Snowflake and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) have entered into a new agreement to help federal agencies overcome data silos. This collaboration aims to boost mission effectiveness and expedite IT modernization efforts for government workers.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogdatasnowflakeengineer ·
dbt Fusion available on Snowflake
dbt Fusion is now available for use on Snowflake, offering accelerated build times and supporting dbt Core 1.11.5. This integration enhances workflow by enabling native Task orchestration and GitHub Actions CI/CD. It is available at no additional cost to users.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog bloganalyticssnowflakeengineerfinance ·
Snowflake Cortex Code for FP&A enhances financial reporting
Snowflake's Cortex Code now supports Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) teams by enabling a shift from static reports to near real-time insights. This enhancement provides governed data, streamlined workflows, and better integration with connected finance applications. The goal is to empower finance professionals with more dynamic and actionable financial data.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaigovernanceanalystfinance ·
Semantic Layer in Financial Services AI Risk
Inconsistent definitions in financial services AI create risk, drift, and governance gaps. A reliable semantic layer is crucial for mitigating these issues. This content explains the importance of a unified semantic layer for AI in finance. It highlights potential pitfalls and the need for robust governance.
announcement - Snowflake Blog bloginfrasnowflakeengineer ·
Snowflake Cortex Code for Declarative Infrastructure
Snowflake's Cortex Code now supports Declarative CI/CD (DCM) skills for managing infrastructure changes. This feature allows engineers to scaffold, test, and deploy infrastructure modifications declaratively, eliminating manual guesswork with commands like ALTER TABLE. It is designed for engineers and architects working with Snowflake deployments, offering a more robust and automated approach to infrastructure management.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaisnowflakeanalystretail ·
Snowflake Customer 360 for Retail Analytics
This article explores how a modern customer 360 solution, leveraging retail customer analytics and AI, can drive real-time personalization for brands. It highlights how these capabilities can help businesses engage and win over cautious consumers. The content focuses on the strategic application of these technologies in the retail sector.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaigovernancesnowflakehealthcare ·
Snowflake's Data Governance for Trustworthy AI in Healthcare
Trustworthy AI in the healthcare sector relies on robust data governance, including auditability, lineage tracking, and human oversight. Snowflake provides the foundational capabilities to support these critical aspects. This article explains the interdependencies and Snowflake's role in enabling secure and compliant AI applications.
announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaisnowflakega ·
Snowflake and SAP Announce General Availability of Joint AI Offerings
Snowflake and SAP have reached a significant milestone with the general availability of their jointly developed offerings. This advancement in their partnership focuses on enabling enterprise AI capabilities. The new integrations are now production-ready for customers looking to leverage advanced AI solutions.
feature announcement - Snowflake Blog blogaisnowflakeengineer ·
Snowflake Startup Spotlight: TestGorilla uses AI for recruitment
TestGorilla leverages Snowflake's platform with AI to help recruiters identify candidates and assist applicants in showcasing skills. This integration allows for large-scale data processing and analysis in the recruitment sector. The approach combines research, data, and artificial intelligence to improve hiring processes. This article highlights a specific startup's use case on the Snowflake platform.
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