Media in TypeScript and Python functions is generally available

GAAug 20, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

Working with media in functions is generally available: functions can accept media inputs, upload media, attach it to Ontology objects, and read media bytes and metadata.

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https://www.palantir.com/docs/foundry/announcements/2026-08/#read-upload-and-transform-media-in-typescript-and-python-functions

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