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  1. Databricks Apps is now on by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled

    Requires compliance security profile.

  2. Metastore-level ABAC policies are in Beta

    Applies across every catalog in the metastore. Replaces per-catalog policy setup.

  3. Unused OAuth client secrets are automatically deleted after 90 days

    Deletes unused secrets after 90 days, create new if still needed.

  4. The READ METADATA privilege will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon

    Grants read-only visibility into object metadata, including security-sensitive information.

  5. The counter_diff SQL window function is now available

    Calculates differences between consecutive cumulative counter values, available in Databricks Runtime 19 and above.

  6. Window measures on a numeric index column in metric views

    Supports unitless offset and ranges on consecutive integer columns, useful for non-calendar periods like fiscal weeks.

  7. Run the change, do not just read it. Hands-on labs in your own Databricks workspace, graded when you submit. Browse labs
  8. The Databricks Excel Add-in is now generally available

    Connects Excel to Databricks workspace for querying and data import. Enables live query for pivot tables.

    AWS, read it on their docsAzure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown)
  9. Genie Code adds conversation controls

    Lets you fork conversations, use /btw for side questions, and edit earlier messages.

  10. ABAC DENY policies are in Beta

    Explicitly deny MANAGE ACCESS CONTROL privilege, taking precedence over grants.

  11. See which chunks support each ai_search answer (Beta)

    Added generate_citations option to show supporting chunks.

  12. time_bucket SQL function aligns timestamps to fixed-width time buckets

    Replaces date_trunc for non-calendar units, requires origin and width parameters.

  13. Genie Code scheduled tasks are now generally available

    Runs prompts on a recurring schedule, producing a continuable Genie chat with results.

  14. Genie Code scheduled tasks will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon

    Replaces manual runs of recurring analysis tasks. Available in October 2026.

  15. Restrict service principal OAuth secrets to specific API scopes

    Restricts OAuth secrets to specific API scopes like sql or jobs, limiting leaked secret impact.

  16. Genie Code is now available as a Lakeflow Jobs task (Beta)

    Runs prompts autonomously, reading upstream outputs and calling tools as needed, returning a conversation link.

  17. Query text is now masked by default in system tables and APIs

    Masking applies to system.query.history, Query History API, and List Queries API. Account admins can grant access to unmasked text via databricks_pii_access group.

  18. Connect to the Databricks Genie app in Microsoft Teams with your workspace URL (Public Preview)

    Replaces server hostname with workspace URL for connection.

  19. Secrets in Unity Catalog will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon

    Replaces manual enablement, uses catalog.schema.secret namespace.

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  21. The INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE privileges are in Beta

    Require Databricks Runtime 18.1 or above, alternative to MODIFY privilege.

  22. Inbound Private Service Connect for performance-intensive services (Beta)

    Enables private connectivity to services like Zerobus Ingest and Lakebase Autoscaling on Google Cloud.

    AWS(not on this cloud)Azure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown)
  23. Consumer access to query Unity Gateway services will become generally available Coming soon

    Requires account admins to set budgets and rate limits beforehand to control model traffic.

  24. Choose an effort level in Genie Code

    Sets balance between response quality and cost, defaults to Auto for highest quality.

  25. Role-based access control (RBAC) is generally available

    Requires account and workspace admin setup. Enables exclusive access to sensitive data.

  26. Role-based access control (RBAC) will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon

    Lets users assume a role with exclusive permissions, replacing accumulated permissions.

  27. Genie Code supports file uploads

    Uploads are used as chat context, see Attach files for details.

  28. Block or redact sensitive data in requests and responses

    Detects SSNs, credit cards, and phone numbers using regex and checksums. Requires Enhanced Unity Gateway preview.

  29. Cross-workspace access for serverless (Beta)

    Controls serverless network traffic between workspaces with ingress and egress rules.

  30. SQL alert task in Lakeflow Jobs is now available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled

    Supports all Databricks compliance security profile standards, returns evaluation state as output.

  31. ABAC GRANT policies now cover Unity Gateway resource types (Beta)

    Supports model services, model provider services, MCP services, and agent services, allowing tag-based access.

  32. REPLACE USING flows for standalone streaming tables (Beta)

    Replaces rows matching specified key columns, requires SEQUENCE BY column.

  33. Alert system tables are in Public Preview

    Contains alerts and alert_evaluation_history tables for auditing and monitoring.

  34. READ METADATA privilege is GA

    Provides read-only visibility into security-sensitive metadata, including privilege grants and ABAC policies.

  35. Change data feed on materialized views (Beta)

    Requires Databricks Runtime 18 LTS or above. Enables replication to external destinations.

  36. Genie Code web search is in Beta

    Searches the public web for current info, disabled by default.

    AWS, read it on their docsAzure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown)
  37. Serverless outbound Private Service Connect to customer-managed resources (Public Preview)

    Keeps traffic off the public internet, adding network-layer defense against data exfiltration through customer-managed Google Cloud service attachment.

    AWS(not on this cloud)Azure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown)
  38. Zerobus Ingest is now enabled by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile

    Replaces manual connector setup for compliant workspaces.

  39. Genie One is now available in Google Sheets

    Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns.

  40. Genie One is now available in Microsoft Excel

    Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns.

  41. Full page Genie Code is now generally available

    Runs multiple chats in parallel, with notebooks and files as tabs.

  42. Automatic cost attribution for materialized views and streaming tables in Databricks SQL

    Inherits custom tags from enclosing SQL warehouse environment for billing.

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