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Sunday, September 13, 2026 · 3 stories, curated & summarized — click any story for the source.

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AWS What's New awsdatabase ↺ since 09-12

AWS RDS Oracle adds July 2026 Supplemental Patch Bundle support

Amazon RDS for Oracle now supports the Supplemental Patch Bundle (SPB) for the July 2026 Release Update on 19c and 26ai versions. This bundle, formerly the Spatial Patch Bundle, includes patches for Oracle Spatial, Data Pump, and GoldenGate. Users can apply this update to new instances or upgrade existing ones by selecting the specific engine version during the process.

  • SPB replaces the old Spatial Patch Bundle name starting April 2026 releases
  • Covers 19c and 26ai engine versions with July 2026 RU patches
  • Includes fixes for Oracle Spatial, Data Pump, and GoldenGate
  • Apply via new instance creation or upgrade using SPB checkbox
TRADE-OFFSPB Replaces Spatial BundleOld Spatial BundleLimited to Oracle SpatialName changed April 2026No Data Pump fixesNew SPBIncludes Spatial patchesAdds Data Pump fixesCovers GoldenGate updatesvs
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AWS Database Blog awsdatabase ↺ since 09-09

AWS publishes step-by-step onboarding guide for Oracle Database@AWS

The AWS Database Blog released a practical guide for provisioning Oracle Database@AWS. It details five procurement steps, including securing Marketplace offers and validating prerequisites. The process involves linking OCI tenancies and configuring IAM to reach a provisioning-ready state.

  • Covers the full lifecycle from AWS Marketplace purchase to provisioning readiness
  • Requires linking your OCI tenancy to the AWS account for access
  • Mandates specific IAM configuration steps before deployment
  • Provides a structured checklist for prerequisite validation
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The Register general ↺ since 09-11

Oracle bets AI interfaces to curb SaaSpocalypse and boost IaaS sales

Oracle claims its AI-driven improvements will protect its market position against the shift toward SaaS by enhancing user interfaces and accelerating installation processes. The company argues that these AI capabilities not only improve the customer experience but also actively drive additional sales for its Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offerings. This strategy positions AI as a defensive mechanism to retain enterprise customers rather than letting them migrate entirely to third-party SaaS providers.

  • AI integration aims to reduce friction in software deployment and daily usage.
  • Oracle links AI enhancements directly to increased IaaS revenue streams.
  • The strategy targets retention by improving UX against pure SaaS competitors.
  • Expect faster installation times and smarter interfaces as key selling points.
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