Kuma 1.0.4 has been released with significant improvements and new features, enhancing the platform's functionality and resilience. Key updates include the introduction of a one-click transparent proxying mode for virtual machines and bare metal in universal mode, and a new "Retry" policy to increase traffic resilience. The release also includes groundwork for future Envoy v3 XDS support and improvements in resource validations and ingress data plane proxies. Additionally, default Envoy timeouts have been temporarily disabled in anticipation of a new customizable "Timeout" policy set to launch in January. Users are encouraged to upgrade to this version and refer to the full changelog for a comprehensive list of updates. Community engagement is promoted through upcoming calls and channels such as Slack and Twitter, and users are advised to consult the Upgrade Guide for a smooth transition to the new version.