TileDB Newsletter - December 2024

TileDB has introduced several updates and features to enhance its cloud platform, including a new 1TB RAM server option for notebooks that accommodates large datasets in-memory, which is available exclusively on the public SaaS deployment. Multi-select actions, allowing bulk operations like adding to groups or changing credentials, have been reintroduced to the catalog. Asset details now display regions for cloud storage and compute activity, aiding governance and compliance efforts by helping users manage data across different locations. Authors of catalog entries are now visible, promoting transparency and easier communication within organizations. TileDB Academy offers comprehensive training and documentation directly within the platform, including domain-specific tracks and future quizzes. A new read & write role has been created to restrict asset deletion capabilities, improving administrative governance. Additionally, a new free tier offers $100 in credits for six months, allowing new users to explore TileDB Cloud's features without immediate billing concerns.