Oracle announced the release of Java 24 on the 19th.
Java 24 (Oracle JDK 24) offers thousands of enhancements to maximize developer productivity and drive innovation. Additionally, improvements in platform performance, stability, and security support the acceleration of business growth for corporations.
Deploying Java applications on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), one of the first hyperscaler clouds supporting Java 24, allows for enhanced innovative technologies, performance, efficiency, and cost-saving effects. Java 24 is provided through OCI at no additional expense along with Oracle Java SE, Oracle GraalVM, and the Java SE Subscription Enterprise Performance Pack, enabling developers to build and deploy applications that run faster, more efficiently, and with optimized cost-performance.
Oracle Java Universal SE Subscription is a service that provides industry-leading customer support. This service includes the Java SE Subscription Enterprise Performance Pack, priority-based support for the entire Java portfolio, Oracle GraalVM usage rights, access to advanced features of Java management services, and flexibility for customers to upgrade in proportion to their business status. This service contributes to managing IT organizational complexity, preventing security risks, and reducing expenses.
Arnal Dayaratna, vice president of software development research at IDC, noted, "As Java celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, it continues to expand its toolset to meet the evolving needs of developers, including support for AI-based application development." He added, "The extensive features included in the new release support increased developer productivity, allowing developers to deliver applications rich in features to their organizations and customers more quickly and efficiently."