When (Not) to Use Queues for Kafka?

4 days ago
Kai Waehner

Apache Kafka has long been the foundation for real-time data streaming. With the release of Queues for Kafka (QfK) in…

Diskless Kafka at FinTech Robinhood for Cost-Efficient Log Analytics and Observability

1 week ago

Diskless Kafka is transforming how fintech and financial services organizations handle observability and log analytics. By using the Kafka protocol…

Shift Left in Automotive: Real-Time Intelligence from Vehicle Telemetry with Data Streaming at Rivian

2 weeks ago

Rivian and Volkswagen, through their joint venture RV Tech, process high-frequency telemetry from connected vehicles using Apache Kafka and Apache…

Etihad Airways Makes Airline Operations Real-Time with Data Streaming

3 weeks ago

Airlines face constant pressure to deliver reliable service while managing complex operations and rising customer expectations. This blog post explores…

Stream Processing on the Mainframe with Apache Flink: Genius or a Glitch in the Matrix?

1 month ago

Running Apache Flink on a mainframe may sound surprising, but it is already happening and for good reason. As modern…

10 FinTech Predictions That Depend on Real Time Data Streaming

2 months ago

Financial services companies are moving from batch processing to real time data flow. A data streaming platform enables financial institutions…

Top Trends for Data Streaming with Apache Kafka and Flink in 2026

2 months ago

Each year brings new momentum to the data streaming space. In 2026, six key trends stand out. Platforms and vendors…

The Data Streaming Landscape 2026

2 months ago

Data streaming is now a core software category in modern data architecture. It powers real-time use cases like fraud prevention,…

Life as a Lufthansa HON Circle Member: Inside the Ultimate Frequent Flyer Status

2 months ago

Reaching Lufthansa HON Circle status was both a personal milestone and a significant financial investment. Since my employer covers only…

CARIAD’s Unified Data Platform: A Data Streaming Automotive Success Story Behind Volkswagen’s Software-Defined Vehicles

2 months ago

The automotive industry transforms rapidly. Cars are now software-defined vehicles (SDVs) that demand constant, real-time data flow. This post highlights…