MySQL 9 in 2025: What’s New and Why It Still Rules

MySQL has been the backbone of web development for over two decades — and with MySQL 9, it continues to dominate in 2025.

🚀 Top Features of MySQL 9

Adaptive Query Optimization: Queries now auto-tune for performance.

Vector Search Support: Native integration for AI/ML workloads.

Improved JSON Indexing: Better performance for semi-structured data.

Enhanced Security Layers: Built-in encryption and access control policies.

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SELECT name, salary 
FROM employees 
WHERE MATCH(resume) AGAINST ('AI engineer');

Reliable, open-source, and massively scalable.

Supported across all cloud platforms.

Ideal for CMS, eCommerce, and SaaS.

Related topics: MySQL optimization, database performance, SQL tuning.