Kong Ingress Controller (KIC) 2.10 introduces several enhancements aimed at improving usability and performance. The update includes an early access preview of the new Rust-based Expression Router, which offers increased efficiency and support for complex route configurations, marking a step towards full Gateway API conformance. Enhanced Kubernetes event handling provides better operational insight, with new features like the KongConfigurationSucceeded event allowing for more controlled deployments. The Gateway Discovery DNS feature improves security by enabling DNS names for gateway discovery, enhancing TLS certificate verification. Additionally, a new combined Helm chart simplifies deployment by integrating KIC and Kong Gateway into a single, streamlined process. The release is designed to be compatible with existing configurations while offering new functionalities to ensure a seamless user experience.