Exciting advancements in data management capabilities have been introduced for Microsoft Azure users, marked by the general availability of Atlas Data Federation and Atlas Online Archive on Azure. These features allow direct deployment within Azure, enabling users to query data from Azure Blob Storage, thereby enhancing data management flexibility and power. Atlas Data Federation facilitates seamless querying and data views across multiple databases and cloud storage solutions, while Atlas Online Archive offers integrated data tiering within Azure, addressing previous limitations of AWS dependency. These enhancements signify a significant leap in Azure-based data solutions, empowering users to efficiently manage their data lifecycle. In related news, MongoDB has announced a leadership transition, with Dev Ittycheria stepping down as CEO and Chirantan “CJ” Desai assuming the role, effective November 2025. CJ brings extensive experience from ServiceNow and Cloudflare, poised to lead MongoDB through its next phase of growth, capitalizing on the rise of AI and data-intensive applications. Dev emphasizes that this change aligns with MongoDB’s strategy for continued innovation and success, expressing confidence in CJ’s ability to guide the company to new heights while remaining on the board to ensure a smooth transition.