CockroachDB 2.0 provides a robust solution for supporting a global customer base while remaining compliant with data privacy regulations by enabling operators to manage infrastructure through a single logical control plane. This new version introduces a cluster visualization feature in its web UI, allowing operators and developers to monitor and manage distributed workloads across a global cluster, enhancing efficiency and resource allocation. Using the fictional startup MovR as an example, the blog illustrates how CockroachDB enables seamless data access for users in different geographic regions, thereby reducing latency issues and avoiding the need for running multiple data centers. The database's PostgreSQL-compatible API allows developers to interact easily while the system manages data placement and replication transparently. The scalable nature of CockroachDB ensures that companies can allocate resources efficiently to handle spikes in demand, making it particularly beneficial for startups with limited operational resources. CockroachDB 2.0 is designed to simplify the deployment of global infrastructure, with further plans to enhance speed and ease of use, offering both a free trial and startup-friendly pricing options to encourage wider adoption.