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The latest release of Java Development Kit (JDK) 24, scheduled for release on March 18, introduces 24 new features, marking the most substantial update to the platform since 2018. Key changes include faster application startup, enhanced concurrency, security overhauls, and a move away from outdated APIs, reflecting a broader effort to modernize Java while maintaining its widespread enterprise adoption.

Java has adhered to a biannual release cycle since 2018, and JDK 24 continues this steady evolution, delivering significant performance optimizations and refining core features. The new release is set to launch during JavaOne 2025, which returns to the Bay Area March 18-20