Latest Product Updates and Feature Enhancements on Render
Render MCP now supports OAuth for Claude Code, Codex, and Cursor
Render MCP now supports OAuth authentication for Claude Code, Codex, and Cursor, enhancing integration capabilities. The server continues to support API key authentication for other applications and ...non-interactive environments.
Render-to-AWS OIDC authentication now generally available
Render has announced the general availability of OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication for AWS, enabling secure access to AWS resources without long-lived credentials. This integration allows Render s...ervices to assume an AWS IAM role at runtime, enhancing security and simplifying credential management.
Render introduces OpenID Connect (OIDC) integration for authenticating its services with AWS. This feature, in beta for Pro workspaces and higher, allows secure access to AWS resources using automati...cally rotated credentials. Users can configure Render as an OIDC identity provider in AWS IAM, facilitating seamless cloud service authentication.
Render has launched Dedicated IPs, offering static, exclusive outbound IP addresses for services. This feature enhances security and compliance by allowing precise traffic control, crucial for regula...ted environments. Available for Pro, Scale, and Enterprise plans, each set includes three static IPv4 addresses and costs $100 monthly. Manageable via the Render Dashboard, REST API, or Terraform provider.
Change your service's backing repo or image in the Render Dashboard
Render has enhanced its dashboard, allowing users to change a service's backing Git repository or Docker image directly, eliminating the need for API use. This update simplifies workflow by enabling ...source changes through the dashboard's settings, triggering automatic deployment with the new source.
Render has introduced new workspace plans to enhance pricing scalability for fast-growing teams. The updated plans eliminate seat fees, offer flat-rate subscriptions, and include compliance features ...like SOC 2 and ISO 27001 reports. Changes affect bandwidth billing and usage-based pricing. Existing workspaces can transition to new plans by August 1, 2026, when legacy plans will be automatically updated.
Render Price Up 3.1% on RenderCon 2026 and Salad Subnet Launch
Render's recent price increase is attributed to announcements at RenderCon 2026, including the launch of the Salad subnet with over 60,000 GPUs and integration of MCPs into creative tools like Blende...r and Octane. These developments enhance Render's positioning in AI and GPU infrastructure, driving demand for RENDER tokens through onchain payments and burns.
Render has launched Workflows in public beta, supporting TypeScript and Python SDKs. This feature allows users to define durable tasks and chain them into long-running processes for various applicati...ons. Workflows operate on Render's private network, offering unified logs and metrics for debugging.
Securely access non-Render resources over AWS PrivateLink
Render introduces AWS PrivateLink support, enabling secure, low-latency connections from Render workspaces to external cloud resources like MongoDB Atlas and Amazon Aurora. This enhancement supports ...both same-region and cross-region connections, accessible via the Render Dashboard.
Stream Render service metrics to your observability provider
Render now allows workspaces with a Professional plan or higher to stream OpenTelemetry-formatted service metrics to observability providers like Grafana and Honeycomb. This feature includes metrics ...on CPU, memory usage, and HTTP requests, enhancing integration with popular observability tools.
Render Postgres logical exports now use a directory-based format
Render has updated its Postgres databases to generate logical exports in a directory-based format (.dir.tar.gz) instead of a plain SQL archive (.sql.gz). This change allows for easier restoration int...o local or Render-hosted databases using the pg_restore utility.
Render has launched HIPAA-compliant workspaces, enabling healthcare startups to build applications without complex DevOps. These workspaces offer features like self-serve BAA signing, audit logs, and... end-to-end encryption, starting at $250/month. Customers such as Thatch and Luminai are already benefiting from this secure, scalable solution designed for speed and compliance.
Render has launched its MCP server, now generally available. This server allows AI applications like Cursor and Claude Code to manage Render infrastructure using natural language. New features includ...e analyzing service metrics, creating web services, and querying databases. Users can connect to the hosted server or run it locally.
Render has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, highlighting its commitment to information security. This certification complements its existing SOC 2 Type 2 attestation, reinforcing the securi...ty of its global application platform.
PostgreSQL 18 is now available for Render Postgres databases
Render has released PostgreSQL version 18 for its Postgres databases, making it the default for new databases. Existing databases can be upgraded through the Render Dashboard, with a typical downtime... of less than an hour.
PostgreSQL 17 is now available for Render Postgres databases
Render now supports PostgreSQL 17 for its Postgres databases. This version is the default for new databases, and existing databases can be upgraded via the Render Dashboard, with minimal downtime.
Official Render Terraform provider now available in early access
Render has launched its official Terraform provider in early access. This tool allows users to manage Render services within their existing infrastructure. It is available on the Terraform Registry, ...with potential changes during the early access phase noted in release notes.
Render has upgraded its Key Value instances to use Valkey 8.1 for all new creations as of April 22, 2025. Existing instances will be updated during the next maintenance cycle.
Render has replaced Redis with Valkey 8 for new Render Key Value instances. Valkey, an open-source fork of Redis 7.2.4, serves as a drop-in replacement for applications using Redis. Existing Redis in...stances will remain functional but won't receive updates.
Render introduces webhooks to enhance automation and interactivity in cloud services. These webhooks allow users to trigger events like LED lighting or automation tasks based on service activities su...ch as builds and deployments. The feature is available on Professional plans and above, offering reliable event delivery and integration capabilities for both hobby and production workflows.
Render introduces IDE validation and autocompletion for render.yaml files in popular IDEs, enhancing developer experience with schema-backed support. Available in VS Code via the Red Hat YAML extensi...on.
Render has introduced a new feature in its REST API allowing users to cancel deployments. This enhancement aids teams using third-party CI/CD tools with Render's deploy hooks.
Added Render API endpoints for webhooks, metrics streaming, and workspace members
Render has introduced new API endpoints to enhance its platform. These endpoints allow for managing webhooks, configuring metrics streaming to OpenTelemetry providers, and listing workspace members. ...This update aims to improve integration and management capabilities for developers using Render's cloud services.
Render Networks Unveils ClearWay, a Synchronized Agentic Architecture ...
Render Networks has introduced ClearWay, an advanced agentic AI architecture designed to enhance critical infrastructure execution. ClearWay enables autonomous decision-making with audit-grade accoun...tability, reducing deployment risks and improving capital efficiency. It will initially offer field assurance and work approval capabilities, crucial for telecom and electric deployments. This innovation aims to streamline operations and enhance serviceability in infrastructure projects.
Render has partnered with Showoff, a software development and data consultancy, to enhance application development and migration services on its platform. Showoff will assist teams in building and mi...grating applications to Render, leveraging their expertise in data architecture and full-stack development. This partnership aims to streamline the process for companies looking to deploy on Render.
Enterprise-ready MCP in minutes with Descope auth on Render
Render has introduced a new solution that enables enterprises to deploy MCP servers with Descope's authentication on Render's platform. This integration simplifies the deployment process using Render... Blueprints and Descope's identity management, allowing secure, scalable, and compliant MCP server setups. The solution supports OAuth 2.1 and other protocols, facilitating a seamless transition from development to production.
Let AI debug your Render deploys with Jules by Google Labs
Render has partnered with Google Labs to integrate Jules, an AI-driven asynchronous coding agent, into its platform. This integration allows developers to automate infrastructure debugging, enabling ...Jules to autonomously fix issues like version discrepancies during deployments. The integration is available to all Render users, enhancing the developer experience by simplifying infrastructure management.
Render Networks and mPower Innovations Partner to Deliver a Seamless ...
Render Networks and mPower Innovations have formed a strategic partnership to enhance data continuity in infrastructure projects. This collaboration aims to streamline the transition from constructio...n to operations across fiber, electric, and data center infrastructure. By integrating Render's execution system with mPower's GIS-driven operational systems, the partnership ensures accurate and efficient data management, supporting infrastructure scalability and reliability.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Moves by Render
Render Networks Raises $20 Million AUD, Acquires mPower Innovations ...
Render Networks has secured $20 million AUD in funding and acquired mPower Innovations. This acquisition aims to enhance Render's capabilities in delivering cloud-based solutions for builders.
John Sullivan Tapped to Usher in AI Acceleration as New Chief Technology Officer at Render Networks
John Sullivan has been appointed as the Chief Technology Officer at Render Networks. He will focus on scaling the company's AI and platform architecture to support its AI-first strategy. Sullivan's e...xtensive experience in technology transformation will aid Render's efforts in advancing its AI capabilities, particularly with the ClearWay AI layer.
Corporate News and Organizational Updates on Render
How Render Services Stayed Up During the AWS October Outage
Render's infrastructure demonstrated resilience during the AWS October outage, maintaining service continuity despite degraded performance in the Virginia region. Strategic architectural decisions, s...uch as using low-level AWS primitives and self-managing Kubernetes clusters, minimized the impact. Render's proactive measures and regional distribution limited customer disruption, highlighting the importance of infrastructure resilience and operational control.
