Confluent makes the AI data layer safer and simpler

Confluent added new AI data-layer features for Confluent Cloud and Confluent Intelligence, led by a managed MCP server for natural-language control of streaming operations.

The release also includes Agent Skills for more consistent execution, plus built-in PII detection and redaction in Flink SQL.

Confluent expanded connectivity with Azure Private Link for private Azure connections, a dbt adapter for streaming workflows, and additional model integrations.

The Real-Time Context Engine is now generally available, strengthening Confluent’s push to simplify AI data pipelines for production use.