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Base environments are now supported on classic compute (Beta) Manages Python dependencies using Databricks-provided or custom environments. #Compute #Notebooks	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 17, 2026
Skills in Genie One support multiple files and folders Includes up to 3 folders deep and 50 files or folders per skill, limited to text files. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 17, 2026
Account-only user access to Genie One (Beta) Eligible users are enrolled automatically, governed by Unity Catalog permissions. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 16, 2026
Genie visualizations in Slack replies (Public Preview) Replaces text-based charts, requires app reinstall for existing setups. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 14, 2026
Databricks-provided MCP connectors for Genie One and Genie Code are generally available Supports Google Drive, Gmail, and other tools, governed by Unity Catalog and Unity Gateway. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 10, 2026
Genie One enhancements Genie Code skills are on by default, can be customized. Supports PowerPoint uploads and backend steering. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 10, 2026
Run the change, do not just read it. Hands-on labs in your own Databricks workspace, graded when you submit. Browse labs
Genie One enhancements Hides Ask Genie button in unsupported embedded dashboards, adds push notifications for scheduled tasks to iOS devices. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 3, 2026
Web search in Genie One (Beta) Searches public web for current info, citing sources as links. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	Not on Azure	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 3, 2026
Git Folder Serverless is in Beta Shares serverless compute and pyproject.toml environment across notebooks and files. #Compute #Git Folders	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 2, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents can now use models served through OpenAI on Databricks Requires partner-powered AI features to be enabled. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	Not on Azure	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 1, 2026
Genie One web search is in Beta Searches public web for current info, cites sources as links. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	Not on Azure	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Sep 1, 2026
Genie One enhancements Opens Unity Catalog tables directly, adds visualizations to scheduled task emails, and includes a native macOS desktop app. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 27, 2026
The Genie One desktop app for macOS is in Beta Replaces in-browser access, allows native macOS use. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 25, 2026
Connect to the Databricks Genie app in Microsoft Teams with your workspace URL (Public Preview) Replaces server hostname with workspace URL for connection. #Genie #Integrations	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 24, 2026
Default Python package repositories are GA for Lakeflow pipelines and classic compute Supports private or authenticated registries as workspace defaults. Applies to UI and API created classic compute. #Compute #Lakeflow	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 21, 2026
Genie One enhancements Scheduled tasks maintain consistency by looking up past runs. Genie mobile app allows switching workspaces without signing out. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 20, 2026
Manage project environments with %uv commands Requires environment version 5 or above. Supports serverless notebooks. #Compute #Notebooks	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 17, 2026
Genie One enhancements Ontology snippets are now publicly available, no request needed. Supports image and Word file uploads. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 13, 2026
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Target an Azure capacity reservation group for classic compute Requires VNet injection, guarantees compute capacity for constrained VM types. #Compute	Not on AWS	On Azure, read it on their docs	Not on GCP	Unknown on SAP	Aug 10, 2026
Databricks-managed MCP connectors are now integrated with Unity Gateway (Beta) Requires reauthentication to continue using with Genie One and Genie Code. #AI Gateway #Genie #Unity Gateway	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 6, 2026
Genie One enhancements Uploads PDF files alongside CSV and Excel. Parses PDFs asynchronously. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 6, 2026
Genie One is now available in Google Sheets Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns. #Genie #Integrations	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 5, 2026
Genie One is now available in Microsoft Excel Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns. #Genie #Integrations	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 5, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents free usage extended through January 31, 2027 Budget controls are waived, service principals are billed. #AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 3, 2026
Serverless compute access control is now generally available Governs access to notebooks, jobs, and pipelines through Default Interactive and Automated Compute objects. Existing workloads run unchanged. #Compute #Serverless	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Aug 3, 2026
Web terminal on serverless GPU compute (AI Runtime) is in Public Preview Runs shell commands, monitors GPU usage, and manages files on serverless GPU compute. Requires environment version 5 or above. #Compute #Machine Learning	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	Not on GCP	Unknown on SAP	Jul 31, 2026
Genie One enhancements Adds run now option for scheduled tasks and manual workspace URL entry for mobile app sign in. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Unknown on SAP	Jul 30, 2026
Dedicated group clusters will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon Enables shared compute for groups with compliance security profile, supporting Databricks Runtime for ML and RDD APIs. #Compute #Security	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 24, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents billed usage corrections Corrects billed usage to reflect free status through January 31, 2027. Adds correction records to system.billing.usage. #AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 21, 2026
Databricks Genie app in Microsoft Teams is now in Public Preview Allows data queries without leaving Microsoft Teams. Requires Microsoft Teams setup. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 17, 2026
Genie One enhancements and bug fixes Adds conversation search, memory, and scheduled task mentions. Fixes blank screen bug. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 16, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents usage is free through January 31, 2027 Budget controls do not apply, Genie Code is still billed. #AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 15, 2026
Serverless compute is now available in the Azure UK West region Supports notebooks, jobs, pipelines, and SQL warehouses, with private connectivity. #Compute #Networking	Not on AWS	On Azure, read it on their docs	Not on GCP	On SAP, read it on their docs	Jul 14, 2026
Front-end Private Link for account-level Genie One (Beta) Requires Custom URLs and Account preview to be turned on. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	Not on GCP	Not on SAP	Jul 9, 2026
Genie One enhancements Documents now show citations and version history, and support soft tabs for links. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 9, 2026
Genie products now use pay-as-you-go pricing Includes 150 free DBUs per month, equivalent to $10.50 in US East region. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 8, 2026
Genie Spaces is now Genie Agents Name change only, functionality remains the same. #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 8, 2026
Genie One enhancements and bug fixes Adds ontology snippets, document edit timestamps, and links, and fixes scheduled tasks bug. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jul 2, 2026
Genie One enhancements Adds read-only chat sharing and Gmail connection, removes hourly and per-minute task frequencies. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jun 25, 2026
Genie One enhancements No longer requires SQL entitlement for consumer users. #AI/BI #Genie	On AWS, read it on their docs	On Azure, read it on their docs	On GCP, read it on their docs	Not on SAP	Jun 18, 2026

Base environments are now supported on classic compute (Beta)
Manages Python dependencies using Databricks-provided or custom environments.

#Compute #Notebooks

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 17, 2026
Skills in Genie One support multiple files and folders
Includes up to 3 folders deep and 50 files or folders per skill, limited to text files.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 17, 2026
Account-only user access to Genie One (Beta)
Eligible users are enrolled automatically, governed by Unity Catalog permissions.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 16, 2026
Genie visualizations in Slack replies (Public Preview)
Replaces text-based charts, requires app reinstall for existing setups.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 14, 2026
Databricks-provided MCP connectors for Genie One and Genie Code are generally available
Supports Google Drive, Gmail, and other tools, governed by Unity Catalog and Unity Gateway.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 10, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Genie Code skills are on by default, can be customized. Supports PowerPoint uploads and backend steering.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 10, 2026
Run the change, do not just read it. Hands-on labs in your own Databricks workspace, graded when you submit. Browse labs
Genie One enhancements
Hides Ask Genie button in unsupported embedded dashboards, adds push notifications for scheduled tasks to iOS devices.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 3, 2026
Web search in Genie One (Beta)
Searches public web for current info, citing sources as links.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docsAzure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 3, 2026
Git Folder Serverless is in Beta
Shares serverless compute and pyproject.toml environment across notebooks and files.

#Compute #Git Folders

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 2, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents can now use models served through OpenAI on Databricks
Requires partner-powered AI features to be enabled.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docsAzure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 1, 2026
Genie One web search is in Beta
Searches public web for current info, cites sources as links.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docsAzure(not on this cloud)GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Sep 1, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Opens Unity Catalog tables directly, adds visualizations to scheduled task emails, and includes a native macOS desktop app.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 27, 2026
The Genie One desktop app for macOS is in Beta
Replaces in-browser access, allows native macOS use.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 25, 2026
Connect to the Databricks Genie app in Microsoft Teams with your workspace URL (Public Preview)
Replaces server hostname with workspace URL for connection.

#Genie #Integrations

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 24, 2026
Default Python package repositories are GA for Lakeflow pipelines and classic compute
Supports private or authenticated registries as workspace defaults. Applies to UI and API created classic compute.

#Compute #Lakeflow

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 21, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Scheduled tasks maintain consistency by looking up past runs. Genie mobile app allows switching workspaces without signing out.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 20, 2026
Manage project environments with %uv commands
Requires environment version 5 or above. Supports serverless notebooks.

#Compute #Notebooks

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 17, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Ontology snippets are now publicly available, no request needed. Supports image and Word file uploads.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 13, 2026
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Target an Azure capacity reservation group for classic compute
Requires VNet injection, guarantees compute capacity for constrained VM types.

#Compute

AWS(not on this cloud)Azure, read it on their docsGCP(not on this cloud)SAP(unknown) Aug 10, 2026
Databricks-managed MCP connectors are now integrated with Unity Gateway (Beta)
Requires reauthentication to continue using with Genie One and Genie Code.

#AI Gateway #Genie #Unity Gateway

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 6, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Uploads PDF files alongside CSV and Excel. Parses PDFs asynchronously.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 6, 2026
Genie One is now available in Google Sheets
Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns.

#Genie #Integrations

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 5, 2026
Genie One is now available in Microsoft Excel
Queries governed data in natural language, importing results as native rows and columns.

#Genie #Integrations

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 5, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents free usage extended through January 31, 2027
Budget controls are waived, service principals are billed.

#AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 3, 2026
Serverless compute access control is now generally available
Governs access to notebooks, jobs, and pipelines through Default Interactive and Automated Compute objects. Existing workloads run unchanged.

#Compute #Serverless

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Aug 3, 2026
Web terminal on serverless GPU compute (AI Runtime) is in Public Preview
Runs shell commands, monitors GPU usage, and manages files on serverless GPU compute. Requires environment version 5 or above.

#Compute #Machine Learning

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docsGCP(not on this cloud)SAP(unknown) Jul 31, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Adds run now option for scheduled tasks and manual workspace URL entry for mobile app sign in.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(unknown) Jul 30, 2026
Dedicated group clusters will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled Coming soon
Enables shared compute for groups with compliance security profile, supporting Databricks Runtime for ML and RDD APIs.

#Compute #Security

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 24, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents billed usage corrections
Corrects billed usage to reflect free status through January 31, 2027. Adds correction records to system.billing.usage.

#AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 21, 2026
Databricks Genie app in Microsoft Teams is now in Public Preview
Allows data queries without leaving Microsoft Teams. Requires Microsoft Teams setup.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 17, 2026
Genie One enhancements and bug fixes
Adds conversation search, memory, and scheduled task mentions. Fixes blank screen bug.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 16, 2026
Genie One and Genie Agents usage is free through January 31, 2027
Budget controls do not apply, Genie Code is still billed.

#AI/BI #Genie #Genie Agents

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 15, 2026
Serverless compute is now available in the Azure UK West region
Supports notebooks, jobs, pipelines, and SQL warehouses, with private connectivity.

#Compute #Networking

AWS(not on this cloud)Azure, read it on their docsGCP(not on this cloud)SAP, read it on their docs Jul 14, 2026
Front-end Private Link for account-level Genie One (Beta)
Requires Custom URLs and Account preview to be turned on.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docsGCP(not on this cloud)SAP(not on this cloud) Jul 9, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Documents now show citations and version history, and support soft tabs for links.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 9, 2026
Genie products now use pay-as-you-go pricing
Includes 150 free DBUs per month, equivalent to $10.50 in US East region.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 8, 2026
Genie Spaces is now Genie Agents
Name change only, functionality remains the same.

#Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 8, 2026
Genie One enhancements and bug fixes
Adds ontology snippets, document edit timestamps, and links, and fixes scheduled tasks bug.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jul 2, 2026
Genie One enhancements
Adds read-only chat sharing and Gmail connection, removes hourly and per-minute task frequencies.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jun 25, 2026
Genie One enhancements
No longer requires SQL entitlement for consumer users.

#AI/BI #Genie

AWS, read it on their docs Azure, read it on their docs GCP, read it on their docsSAP(not on this cloud) Jun 18, 2026

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