By Lindsay Clark
Publication Date: 2026-02-16 16:48:00
Oracle has promised a “significant new approach” to MySQL, the popular open source database it owns, after growing criticism of its approach and the prospect of a significant fork in the code.
In a blog post released Big Red last week, which also acquired MySQL Sun Microsystems In 2009, MySQL said it had new technical leadership at the company and “a clear vision for 2026 and beyond.”
The move follows criticism of Oracle’s commitment to MySQL development in recent years, which culminated in influential members and users of the MySQL open source community coming together to discuss their options, including forking the code and exploring an independent foundation model for governance.
In the post, Oracle MySQL Community Manager Frederic Descamps promised a new era of community engagement for the provider. He said Oracle will take a three-pronged approach, first by introducing developer-focused…
