Kubernetes attributes within the OpenTelemetry (OTel) framework have reached “release candidate” status, meaning they are nearing a stable, finalized schema. This milestone was ach…
Key parts of the OpenTelemetry declarative configuration specification have reached stable status, including the data model (JSON & YAML), parsing mechanisms, and a standard enviro…
KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe 2026 will feature a significant focus on OpenTelemetry, with numerous talks and sessions dedicated to the project from March 23-26 in Amsterdam. The…
Elastic’s OpenTelemetry Collector now features OTTL context inference in its Filter Processor, simplifying filter configuration. This new functionality allows users to define filte…
Reese Lee, Adriana Villela, and Julia Furst Morgado have been appointed as the new Community Managers for OpenTelemetry (OTel). They bring extensive experience within the OTel proj…
This article addresses the common misconceptions surrounding implementing observability, specifically with OpenTelemetry, in traditional and legacy IT environments. It highlights t…
OpenTelemetry.io had a successful 2025, significantly expanding its localization efforts with the addition of three new languages (Bengali, Ukrainian, and Romanian) and substantial…
The latest release candidate for the OpenTelemetry Configuration Schema is nearing completion after three years of development, with potential for a stable release soon. This updat…
OpenTelemetry is expanding its community management team due to significant growth – now boasting nearly 20,000 contributors. Founding community manager Austin Parker is stepping b…
The 2025 OpenTelemetry Collector survey reveals continued scaling of deployments, with Kubernetes remaining dominant (81%) and increased VM usage (51%). While customization is risi…
The OpenTelemetry Log Deduplication Processor significantly reduces log volume by aggregating identical log messages over a configurable time window, replacing numerous duplicates …
The OpenTelemetry eBPF Instrumentation SIG has set ambitious goals for 2026, primarily focusing on achieving a stable 1.0 production-ready release. This includes comprehensive docu…