Airbyte 2.0 is introduced as a data platform designed for the AI era, emphasizing limitless data movement through its free Alpha and Beta connectors. The platform aims to cater to modern data teams by providing a 14-day free trial of its Free Connector Program, which serves as the infrastructure for data movement. The article is authored by Michel Tricot, CEO and Co-Founder of Airbyte, and Jon Whitney, CPO of Airbyte, who have extensive experience in product development and enterprise architecture. Additional related articles discuss various aspects of data integration, including changes to the ELv2 licensing, moving files and records within Airbyte, and AI readiness through control and context mechanisms.