The Aiven blog post, "Diskless 2.0: Unified, Zero-Copy Apache Kafka," discusses the integration of Apache Kafka Tiered Storage (KIP-405) with Diskless Topics (KIP-1150) to create a unified path that enables zero-copy migration. This enhancement allows Kafka to write to object storage directly, reducing cloud costs and improving performance by eliminating the need for local disks. The integration addresses challenges such as format inconsistencies, complexity, and migration friction, while also simplifying architecture and ensuring compatibility with existing plugins like Iceberg. The blog highlights the economic advantages of using S3 Express for storage, which offers lower latency and cost compared to traditional disk-based solutions. By adopting Tiered Diskless, Kafka can now provide a more efficient and scalable system that aligns with modern cloud economics and community demands, making Diskless the future of Apache Kafka.