KalyanKaki outlines the global expansion and new security features of Oracle Database@Azure, including Azure Key Vault support, AI database integration, and enhanced governance for enterprise workloads.

Oracle Database@Azure: Global Expansion and Technical Enhancements

Author: KalyanKaki

Overview

Oracle Database@Azure has expanded to 31 regions worldwide, with two more regions planned soon—making it the most widely available solution among hyperscalers for running mission-critical Oracle workloads. This expansion means enterprises have more flexibility and locality for deployment.

Key Security Enhancement: Azure Key Vault Integration

Azure Key Vault (Standard, Premium, Managed HSM) is now generally available for Oracle Autonomous AI Database on Oracle Database@Azure.
Enables secure storage and management of Oracle Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) keys.
Integrates with Azure’s governance, monitoring, and lifecycle tools for centralized key management.
Simplifies compliance, operations, and eliminates the need for external key management systems.
Customers can select key management tiers matching their regulatory requirements.
Read more about the encryption strategy

Regional Availability

New regions: North Central, South India, and France South, among 31 total global regions.
Expansion brings increased options for businesses with data residency or performance needs.
Continued expansion—two additional regions planned within three months.

Announcements and Technical Updates

Oracle Base Database Service GA on Azure: Run any Oracle Database service (versions 19c or 26ai) on Azure.
Oracle Autonomous AI Lakehouse: GA; unifies AI, analytics, and open data. Built on Apache Iceberg. Integrates with Microsoft Fabric and Power BI for advanced analytics and secure data application.
Smarter Connected Operations: Oracle Smart Operations, Azure IoT Operations, and Microsoft Fabric RTI enable unified analytics and automation.
AI-Ready Data Unification: Oracle Database mirroring in Fabric OneLake (preview); native OCI GoldenGate integration drives AI-optimized, real-time data estate.
AI Integration: Copilot Studio and Microsoft Foundry now support direct Oracle data access for no-code/low-code AI apps.
Enterprise Security & Governance: Integrations with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Entra ID plus governance with Microsoft Purview.
Modernization & Automation: Azure Arc, Azure Backup, Terraform support, Autonomous Database-S Elastic Pools, and DNS automation features streamline operations.

Sessions and Community

Sessions at Microsoft Ignite detail Oracle workload modernization on Azure, AI use cases, and partner opportunities.
Videos and session replays available for expanded learning.
Community updates and expert program details through Oracle Database@Azure LinkedIn Community.

Conclusion

These updates give enterprises more regional options, stronger security and compliance, and advanced AI integration capabilities when running Oracle Database workloads on Azure.

For further details and session information, refer to linked resources within each section.

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