Oracle releases Java 26 with AI and cryptography capabilities for developers

Oracle released Java 26, which it describes as the latest version of the world's leading programming language and development platform. Oracle says the release contains thousands of improvements and helps developers add AI and cryptography functionality to applications. Java is a developer product and does not move Oracle's revenue on its own.

• Java 26 released, per Oracle as reported in the March 18, 2026 briefing
• Oracle says the release includes thousands of improvements
• Highlights for developers: AI and cryptography functionality