Google Cloud and Oracle Expand Connections That Let AI Agents Use Oracle Data

At a glance

Google Cloud and Oracle announced new features that make it easier to connect Oracle databases with Google's AI services. The goal is to let AI agents (AI programs that do tasks on behalf of people) securely access and work with a company's core data.

Key points

1. 1

   A standard connection method that helps AI safely run SQL (commands used to query databases) has been released as a generally available version.

2. 2

   Database passwords are managed by Secret Manager (a Google service that stores confidential information), so they are not exposed in plain text.

3. 3

   A feature in preview lets business users ask questions in natural language in the Gemini app to look up Oracle data.

4. 4

   Gemini's AI features are built into business programs such as Oracle ERP to help automate work, according to the companies.

Why it matters

If AI can safely use important business data, the way companies handle their work could change, making this a development worth watching.