Elastic 9.5: Columnar, VectorDB index mode & auto-calibration, and AI-driven alert triage

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Today, we are pleased to announce the GA of Elastic 9.5 as the latest version of the Elasticsearch Platform. This release includes a range of new features, including Columnar Mode, VectorDB index mode, and Agent Builder enhancements. Learn more.

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https://www.elastic.co/blog/whats-new-elastic-9-5-0

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