Snowflake Launches New Data Cloud Features

At the BUILD 2024 developer conference, Snowflake announced significant advancements to its AI Data Cloud platform, including the general availability of Document AI, which helps users extract insights from unstructured data like PDFs. The new Unistore feature integrates transactional and analytical data through Hybrid Tables, simplifying data architectures while ensuring robust security and governance. Additionally, the Open Catalog service allows seamless integration of diverse data tools with consistent governance across platforms. Snowflake Intelligence was introduced, enabling business users to create data agents that interact with enterprise data using natural language for easier analysis and decision-making. Enhancements to the Horizon Catalog will improve data security through features like Leaked Password Protection and Programmatic Access Tokens. These innovations aim to empower enterprises with more efficient data management and analytics capabilities.