🛠️ 2025-08-04 Tech Update Summary

🔹 Kubernetes - Kubernetes v1.34 Sneak Peek

The blog post provides a preview of the upcoming Kubernetes v1.34 release, scheduled for August 27, 2025. This version is rich with enhancements but will not include any removals or deprecations. Key features include the stabilization of Dynamic Resource Allocation (DRA), beta release of ServiceAccount tokens for image pull authentication, and the introduction of a Pod replacement policy for Deployments. Additionally, the release focuses on production-ready tracing for both kubelet and API Server, traffic distribution preferences for Services, and the introduction of KYAML, a Kubernetes-specific dialect of YAML. The update also enhances autoscaling control with configurable tolerance. While these features are not yet confirmed, the blog encourages community engagement and provides ways to participate in the Kubernetes ecosystem. 👉 Read more

🔹 Spring Boot - A Bootiful Podcast: Spring Security lead Rob Winch on Spring Security 7.0, SpringOne 2025, and more

The blog post is a podcast episode featuring an interview with Rob Winch, the lead for Spring Security. They discuss the new features and enhancements coming in Spring Security 7.0, which is set to be released in November 2025. The episode also highlights what attendees can expect from their presentation at the SpringOne 2025 conference. The blog encourages readers to register for the event and provides a link to do so. 👉 Read more

🔹 Docker - GenAI vs. Agentic AI: What Developers Need to Know

The blog post discusses the differences between Generative AI (GenAI) and the emerging class of artificial intelligence known as Agentic AI. While GenAI is centered around content creation, Agentic AI is designed to plan, reason, and execute multi-step actions, offering a novel method for developing intelligent, goal-oriented applications. This new AI class represents a significant shift from the capabilities of GenAI, providing developers with tools to create more sophisticated and autonomous systems. 👉 Read more

🔹 Java - HTTP/3 in Java - Inside Java Newscast #96

The blog post discusses JEP 517, which proposes updating Java’s HTTP Client, initially introduced in Java 11, to support HTTP/3. This new version of HTTP offers benefits such as lower latency, faster loading times, and reduced network congestion. Currently, approximately one-third of all websites use HTTP/3. The API changes required for this update are minimal, as most of the work is done behind the scenes. This update also paves the way for numerous future enhancements. 👉 Read more

🔹 Golang - The FIPS 140-3 Go Cryptographic Module

The blog post discusses the introduction of a built-in, native Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-3 compliant mode in the Go programming language. This enhancement allows developers to use cryptographic operations that meet the FIPS 140-3 standard, which is a U.S. government standard for cryptographic modules. The integration makes it easier for developers working in regulated industries to comply with security requirements without needing external libraries. The blog post emphasizes the significance of this update for improving security and compliance in Go applications. 👉 Read more

🔹 Helm - Helm @ KubeCon + CloudNativeCon EU ‘25

The blog post announces that the Helm team will be attending KubeCon + CloudNativeCon EU 2025 in London from April 1 to 4. Helm 4 is currently under development and is expected to be released later in the year. Attendees are encouraged to participate in discussions with Helm maintainers during talk sessions and to visit the Helm booth in the Project Pavilion for more information. The post provides further details on various Helm-related activities scheduled for the event. 👉 Read more