Apache Cloudberry is an advanced and mature open-source MPP database, derived from the open-source version of the Pivotal Greenplum Database® but built on a more modern PostgreSQL kernel and with more advanced enterprise capabilities. Cloudberry can serve as a data warehouse and can also be used for large-scale analytics and AI/ML workloads. Since Apache Cloudberry entered the Apache Incubator and delivered its first incubating release in 2025, the project has continued to evolve rapidly. In 2026, the community is advancing both the 2.x and 3.x release lines, bringing significant enhancements across performance, architecture, and usability. In this talk, we will provide an overview of the latest innovations in Apache Cloudberry. We will cover continued improvements in the 2.x series, built on PostgreSQL 14, including performance optimizations, new features, and ecosystem enhancements. We will also introduce the 3.x series, powered by PostgreSQL 16, and discuss the architectural opportunities enabled by the newer PostgreSQL kernel. Topics will include selected improvements in query execution, storage, security, developer experience, and compatibility, along with a look at how these changes shape the future direction of Apache Cloudberry. This session is intended for users, contributors, and anyone interested in the technical evolution of next-generation open-source MPP data warehouses.

Speakers:

Max Yang: Apache Cloudberry PPMC Member, Tech VP of HashData

Apache Cloudberry PPMC Member, Tech VP of HashData