You can now train models using XGBoost version 2.1 by using the XGBOOST_VERSION option
GAVerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026
You can now train models using XGBoost version 2.1 by using the XGBOOST_VERSION option. BigQuery uses the XGBoost 3.1.0 library to load and make predictions on XGBoost models. This feature is generally available .
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