Looker-managed Model Context Protocol (MCP) server is generally available
The Looker-managed MCP server is now generally available, allowing AI agents to interact with business data and LookML models without middleware.
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Improved Lakeflow Performance Observability will soon be available by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile enabled
Databricks is enabling improved Lakeflow performance observability by default for workspaces with the compliance security profile.
QuickBooks connector is available in Beta
The managed QuickBooks connector is now available in beta, enabling incremental ingestion of accounting data into Databricks.
Improved Lakeflow Performance Observability is now generally available
Lakeflow Jobs now provide job-level query performance metrics, insights, and optimization suggestions via Genie Code.
OpenAI GPT-6.1 Terra is now generally available on Amazon Bedrock
OpenAI GPT-6.1 Terra is now generally available on Amazon Bedrock, offering improved visual reasoning and computer use capabilities for enterprise workloads.
OpenAI releases GPT-6.1 Terra model
OpenAI has released GPT-6.1 Terra, a model optimized for visual reasoning, computer use, and natural writing.
GitHub Copilot assisted permissions generally available
Assisted permissions are now generally available, using an LLM to evaluate and approve requests for command execution, file system access, and URL navigation.
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Looker (Google Cloud core) data lineage is generally available
Data lineage for Looker (Google Cloud core) is now generally available, providing end-to-end visibility for LookML dashboards and Conversational Analytics agents.
Looker 26.22
This is a scheduled release announcement for Looker 26.22.
Automated cataloging and ingestion of Looker (Google Cloud core) metadata with Knowledge Catalog is now...
Automated cataloging and ingestion of Looker (Google Cloud core) metadata with Knowledge Catalog is now generally available (GA). This includes support for additional granular metadata (including dimension/measure definitions, default queries, and relationships) and new asset types: LookML dashboards, LookML dashboard elements, and agents.
The latest versions in the Looker (Google Cloud core) release channels are beginning deployment as follows: -...
The latest versions in the Looker (Google Cloud core) release channels are beginning deployment as follows: Latest version in the Regular channel: Looker 26.20 The latest version in the Rapid and No Channel channels remains Looker 26.20 . Note: This item was added on October 23, 2026.
The latest versions in the Looker (Google Cloud core) release channels are beginning deployment as follows: -...
The latest versions in the Looker (Google Cloud core) release channels are beginning deployment as follows: Latest version in the Rapid channel: Looker 26.20 Latest version in the No Channel channel: Looker 26.20 The latest version in the Regular channel remains Looker 26.18 . Note: This item was added on October 23, 2026.
Looker (Google Cloud core) now supports Workforce Identity Federation in preview for instances that use...
Looker (Google Cloud core) now supports Workforce Identity Federation in preview for instances that use Looker 26.18 and later. Workforce Identity Federation allows users to authenticate by using external identity providers without the need to manage individual Google Accounts.
Beginning October 5, 2026, the following features will be automatically enabled for Looker (original)...
Beginning October 5, 2026, the following features will be automatically enabled for Looker (original) instances running Looker 26.18. Feature enablement for Looker (Google Cloud core) will be announced separately.