Planet MySQL HA Blog

Keeping a close eye on MySQL databases is essential for maintaining top-notch performance, reliability, and security. For many years, MySQL Enterprise Monitor (MEM) was the go-to tool for monitoring, providing basic alerts, performance graphs, and straightforward query analysis. However, since it was phased out in January 2025, organizations have been looking for modern alternatives, with […]

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Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) in Oracle HeatWave MySQL, a fully managed database service within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), is a security feature that protects sensitive data at rest by encrypting database files at the storage level without requiring application changes. It provides industrial level data protection from unauthorized access while meeting compliance regulations like GDPR, PCI DSS and HIPAA.

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In an era where customer expectations are higher than ever, and businesses must adapt to ever-changing technological landscapes, Pegadaian’s choice to implement MySQL Enterprise Edition has proven to be a strategic move. By upgrading their database infrastructure, the company has enhanced its application quality, ensured reliability, and most importantly, continued to deliver the high level of service that its customers expect. Read the full story.

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In today’s fast-paced financial environment, ensuring that core systems are secure, high-performing, and cost-effective is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. For Insignia Financial, upgrading to MySQL Enterprise Edition has not only addressed the challenges of database performance, security, and administrative overhead but has also provided substantial savings in licensing costs. Read the full customer reference.

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Introduction

The best MySQL active/active solution gets better and better over time!

Continuent’s Tungsten Cluster has long set the bar for true active/active MySQL replication. Building on the foundation and features of version 7 (released in 2023), the newly launched version 8 adds, another layer of power, flexibility, and future-proofing — making it even easier for teams to keep critical data online, consistent, and ready for growth. Below is a concise look at what each major release delivers and why it matters.

Highlights From Tungsten Cluster v7…

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ESEC leverages MySQL Enterprise Edition from Oracle to process millions of transactions in real-time, ensuring that stakeholders across the organization have access to accurate and timely insights. Whether it's a design consultancy firm managing a few hundred licenses or a multinational corporation tracking thousands of users working across the globe, ESEC scales to meet the complexity of diverse operations.

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UMF’s choice of MySQL Enterprise Edition has proven to be a critical component in delivering secure, stable, and affordable mobile financial systems to their clients. From protecting sensitive customer data to ensuring system uptime and supporting cost-conscious businesses, MySQL continues to help UMF lead the way in the mobile financial technology space. For UMF, MySQL is not just a database solution—it's a key driver of their success and growth in a highly competitive and evolving industry.

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Parkson Credit’s selection of MySQL Enterprise Edition has allowed the company to significantly enhance its security, availability, and operational efficiency. The comprehensive suite of features, from enterprise encryption to high availability and disaster recovery, ensured that Parkson Credit not only met regulatory requirements but also provided a seamless and secure experience for their customers.

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We’re thrilled to announce the general availability of the HeatWave REST Service – a powerful, fully managed cloud service that lets you instantly create RESTful API endpoints directly from your HeatWave MySQL databases, without writing a single line of backend code.

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So the Beta1 is available for PostgreSQL 18 and while not all the features have to make it to GA, we can surely hope they do!

Taking a close look at what’s coming, here below is the selection of what excites me in particular:

1. OAuth 2.0 authentication support

→ Finally aligns with modern enterprise SSO and identity standards (e.g., Okta, Azure AD). A major win for security teams and regulatory compliance.

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