Zilliz advances vector database technology with the latest version of Zilliz Cloud

Zilliz Inc. a leader in vector database technology, is proud to announce the latest development of Zilliz Cloud, setting a new standard for real-time artificial intelligence applications. As a fully managed vector database utilizing the Milvus open source cloud native vector database, Zilliz Cloud now redefines the essence of speed, performance and developer satisfaction. This upgrade surpasses previous benchmarks and delivers improved data operations, increased value, and an even more optimized experience for developers building next-generation AI.

"Pushing the boundaries of innovation, Zilliz Cloud raises the bar again with the latest service update," said Charles Xie, CEO of Zilliz Inc. "Recognized as the fastest vector database, Zilliz Cloud provides developers with an unprecedented experience that goes beyond simple functionality. This landmark release is driven by Zilliz Inc.'s continued commitment to meeting the specific needs of professional solutions that require scalability. Zilliz Cloud is proving its effectiveness in three critical application areas where vector search is the linchpin of success."

The latest update to Zilliz Cloud, designed for complex tasks such as RAG/Gen AI, recommender systems and cybersecurity/fraud detection, sets a new bar in vector database technology. This update not only improves performance, speed and developer satisfaction, but also prioritizes trust over speed in critical security scenarios. It efficiently processes large volumes of data, requires constant updates for changing inventory, and provides high throughput and low latency for efficient data entry, especially during replenishment transactions.

Update Highlights:

• More than 10x performance increase : Zilliz introduces Cardinal search engine that delivers more than 10x performance increase over Milvus and other vector databases using HNSW index and significantly improved filtered search. This contributes to a significantly lower total cost of ownership.
• Enhanced Data Operations : Zilliz Cloud delivers improved query accuracy, data management flexibility, and operational efficiency with features such as cosine similarity metrics, range search, and Upsert.
• Unified Developer Experience : Zilliz Cloud has a unified Milvus client that enhances the developer experience by providing a seamless interface for efficient application development.
• Efficient Data Management : Zilliz Cloud offers one-click data migration between Milvus and Zilliz Cloud, providing secure and efficient data management for enterprises.
• Robust data protection : Protect your data at scale with granular role-based access control (RBAC) and comprehensive API keys for secure access and usage.
• Certified Compliance and Integrity : Zilliz Cloud complies with SOC 2 Type II and ISO/IEC 27001 certifications, ensuring strict data integrity and compliance standards.
• Global Availability : Available in all three major clouds (AWS, GCP and Microsoft Azure) and available in two marketplaces, eight regions across North America, Europe and Asia - Zilliz Cloud offers global scalability and reach for your data needs.
• Seamless integration : accelerate AI application development with built-in connectors for popular platforms like Databricks/Spark, Confluent/Kafka, and Airbyte for seamless data flow and processing.
• Advanced Monitoring : Zilliz Cloud includes gRPC interfaces to monitor the health of your Zilliz Cloud instance by checking golden monitoring signals (latency, traffic and errors), which is essential when vector search is the backbone of your business.

"We have been impressed with Zilliz Cloud's performance, especially under heavy loads," says Alex Alexander, CEO and founder of Picdmo. "The introduction of the Cardinal search engine, which promises to boost Milvus performance and double the performance of the previous version of Zilliz Cloud, will be a game changer for us. This leap in efficiency, combined with the latest security advances, will greatly enhance our ability to offer advanced image similarity search to our customers."

This announcement demonstrates Zilliz Inc.'s commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that Zilliz Cloud evolves to meet the dynamic needs of developers and enterprises in the artificial intelligence space. Zilliz Cloud remains at the forefront of the industry, delivering optimal performance, unmatched speed, and an environment that prioritizes developer satisfaction.

About Zilliz

Zilliz is a leading vector database company founded by the engineers who created Milvus, the world's most widely used open source vector database. Zilliz next-generation database technologies help organizations rapidly build AI/ML applications and unlock the potential of unstructured data. By simplifying the management of complex data infrastructure, Zilliz aims to bring the power of artificial intelligence to every corporation, organization and individual.