Redpanda Connect has introduced a suite of GenAI processors designed to enhance the construction of data pipelines utilizing advanced Large Language Models (LLM). This update supports a range of applications, from analyzing unstructured data to computing embeddings for vector searches in retrieval augmented generation applications. Redpanda Connect integrates with major AI providers such as OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, and Google Vertex AI while also offering connectors for private environments to ensure data sovereignty. The platform simplifies the creation of AI applications by supporting various scenarios, including connection to popular vector databases and integrating Schema Registry for strongly typed data pipelines. With the ability to redact personally identifiable information and support for locally run GPUs using open-source LLM models, Redpanda Connect provides a flexible and powerful solution for AI-driven data streaming, now available on Redpanda Cloud with plans to expand across additional cloud platforms.