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databricks Platform · Updated Dec 9, 2025

Databricks Runtime 18.0 and Databricks Runtime 18.0 ML are in Beta

Databricks Runtime 18.0 and Databricks Runtime 18.0 ML are now in Beta, powered by Apache Spark 4.1.0.

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What it does

Databricks Runtime 18.0 and Databricks Runtime 18.0 ML are now in Beta, powered by Apache Spark 4.1.0. The release includes JDK 21 as the default, new features for jobs and streaming, and library upgrades.

Why it matters

Reduces operational overhead and unlocks new capabilities for data teams on Databricks.

Architecture
Databricks Platform → Platform
In short

Databricks Runtime 18.0 and Databricks Runtime 18.0 ML are now in Beta, powered by Apache Spark 4.1.0. The release includes JDK 21 as the default, new features for jobs and streaming, and library upgrades.

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Key takeaway
Databricks Runtime 18.0 and Databricks Runtime 18.0 ML are now in Beta, powered by Apache Spark 4.1.0.
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