Build Java applications faster with stronger security and modern AI foundations: On March 17, 2026, Oracle released Java 26 and introduced the Java Verified Portfolio. This improves the Java platform and how Oracle supports the wider Java ecosystem used in enterprise environments. Summary
On September 16, 2025, Oracle Java 25 (Oracle JDK 25) became available as the latest long-term support (LTS) version of the Java platform. Java 25 delivers 18 major enhancements (JDK Enhancement Proposals, or JEPs) to make Java more productive, efficient, and ready for modern workloads like AI.
Effective March 18, 2025, Oracle introduced Java 24. New features bring significant improvements to performance, stability, and security. Learn about the licensing and new features of Java 24 here. What is Java 24? Java 24 (Oracle JDK 24) is the latest version of
Effective September 17, 2024, Oracle Java 23 is available. This new version introduces 12 Java Development Kit (JDK) Enhancement Proposals (JEPs) designed to enhance developer productivity. Additionally, Java 23 brings significant improvements to performance, stability, and security, aiding organizations in accelerating their business growth.
Effective March 19, 2024, Oracle announced the release of Java 22. This new version of Java comes with a host of enhancements aimed at improving performance, security, and developer productivity. Performance Boosts Java 22 brings several performance optimizations, including improvements to the Garbage
Effective September 19, 2023, Oracle has announced the release of Java 21, marking a significant update to the world’s leading programming language and development platform. The new version introduces a host of performance, stability, and security enhancements, including 15 JDK Enhancement Proposals (JEPs). These
Effective March 21, 2023, Oracle Java 20 is available. Oracle delivers a new Java Feature release every six months via a predictable release schedule. What is new in Java 20 (Oracle JDK 20)? Java 20 (Oracle JDK 20) delivers thousands of performance, stability,
Effective January 23, 2023, Oracle implemented a major change to its Java licensing model. What are the changes of the Oracle Java licensing? Oracle removed the following Java License metrics from its Java price list: Oracle has removed named user plus licensing model. Oracle
Effective September 20, 2022, Oracle Java 19 JDK is available. Oracle delivers a new Java Feature releases every six months via a predictable release schedule. Java 17 LTS is the current long-term support release for the Java SE platform. JDK 19 and JDK 17