GatsbyConf 2021 announced several significant updates, including the launch of Gatsby v3.0 and Gatsby Hosting, aimed at enhancing the performance and developer experience for building modern websites. Gatsby Hosting is introduced as a best-in-class CDN powered by Fastly's global edge network, drastically improving deployment times and offering a seamless experience for Gatsby Cloud users. The release of Gatsby v3.0 brings advancements such as Incremental Builds, an improved Gatsby Plugin Image, and an optimized local development experience. The event also highlighted the release candidate of a Shopify source plugin, promising substantial enhancements in build performance for e-commerce sites. Furthermore, Gatsby Functions were announced, enabling developers to incorporate dynamic, serverless functionalities into static sites. These updates collectively aim to bridge the gap between developers and marketers, fostering a collaborative environment and empowering teams to create high-performance websites with ease.