Kong Mesh 2.12 introduces significant features such as support for SPIFFE/SPIRE to enhance workload identity and trust models, along with a consistent Kuma Resource Identifier (KRI) naming convention to streamline resource management. Built on the open-source Kuma service mesh, Kong Mesh aims to provide enterprise-level features with simplicity, focusing on security, observability, and traffic control across multiple environments, including cloud providers, Kubernetes clusters, and traditional server setups. The new SPIFFE/SPIRE support in Kong Mesh enables secure mutual TLS between services and allows for granular identity provider management, while the KRI naming convention aids in better resource inspection and management. Additionally, Kong Mesh offers features like zero-trust security, isolated mesh support, and global control planes, all managed through the Konnect Mesh Manager for a comprehensive view of deployments. The update also includes the concept of MeshTrust for organizations not using SPIRE and plans for cross-zone identity support in future releases.