Kyverno is a Kubernetes-native policy management tool that automates and enforces policies for validating, mutating, and generating Kubernetes configurations. The Kyverno team has just unveiled version 1.12, which introduces a host of new features. These include dedicated storage for policy reports, integration of Kyverno JSON into the CLI, refined policy exception handling with conditions, and other improvements.

Lens is an open-source desktop application aimed at managing Kubernetes clusters. It offers a graphical user interface as an alternative to working directly with the Kubernetes command-line interface (kubectl). Lens includes features for monitoring cluster resources, viewing logs, and accessing a built-in terminal. The new Lens 2024 Early Access version introduces a completely redesigned user interface with a more streamlined and intuitive layout, tabbed navigation, and a unified navigator for managing all clusters and resources.

The Kubernetes project recently announced the release of version 1.30, named Uwubernetes. The name "Uwubernetes" is a portmanteau of "Kubernetes" and the "UwU" emoticon, which indicates happiness or cuteness. In this article, I’ll discuss the new key features.