Oracle Database@Azure offers new features, regions, and programs to unlock data and AI innovation
Oracle Database@Azure introduces exciting AI-capable features, expands its reach to 33 regions, and launches new partner and migration programs.
In collaboration, Microsoft and Oracle are offering an all-encompassing platform for businesses looking to transition their Oracle solutions to the public cloud. This initiative particularly aims to support IT professionals and developers in facilitating AI integration and boosting workplace productivity.
Oracle Database@Azure was the pioneer offering in its field and now boasts the widest regional accessibility. It provides innovative ways to consolidate your data in Microsoft Fabric, enhanced security measures with Microsoft Defender, and supports a variety of Oracle Database services—including Base Database Service, Exadata Database Service on Dedicated Infrastructure, Exadata Database Service on Exascale Infrastructure, and Autonomous Database. It also supports Oracle Database 19c or 23ai on Azure.
The outcome? A truly robust platform that grants more choice, greater control, and expanded opportunities for confident innovation—customers are thrilled about the results they’re seeing!
Oracle Database@Azure provides Exadata-grade performance directly within Azure, allowing us to host our Oracle EBS in the cloud without compromise. We gained real-time access to EBS data from Azure, seamlessly integrating Oracle and non-Oracle data sources. Coupled with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Copilot studio, our team can quickly deliver insights to business stakeholders and create efficient workflows. This approach enables continual iterations on new features while ensuring governance and security are paramount.
Mahesh Tyagi, Vice President Finance Engineering, Activision Blizzard
Enhanced Features of Oracle Database@Azure Reinforce Its Leadership
Top-tier capabilities are crucial for organisations that rely on Oracle databases for essential tasks. That’s why Microsoft is committed to elevating Oracle Database@Azure, merging Azure’s scale and reliability with unmatched security and AI advancements.
Check out our latest announcements. You can find more detailed information on these capabilities in our technical blog.
New Features for Real-Time Data Integration and Replication with Microsoft Fabric
With Oracle Database mirroring in OneLake, now in public preview, users can achieve continuous zero-ETL synchronization of Oracle data into OneLake, creating a cohesive real-time data environment within Microsoft Fabric. Additionally, the native integration of Oracle GoldenGate enables high-performance, low-latency data replication, purchasable through Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC). After connecting your Oracle data via Oracle Database@Azure, harness cutting-edge AI innovation tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, and Power BI.
Oracle Base Database Now Generally Available
Oracle Database@Azure grants customers the versatility to run any Oracle Database service on Azure. It now supports all widely-used Oracle database services—Base Database Service, Exadata Database Service on Dedicated Infrastructure, Exadata Database Service on Exascale Infrastructure, and Autonomous Database—as well as the option to use Oracle Database 19c or 23ai. This flexibility offers businesses a comprehensive suite of straightforward and cost-effective migration options when transferring their Oracle databases to Azure.
Moreover, support for Oracle workloads isn’t limited to Oracle Database services. We’re pleased to announce that Oracle has rolled out support policies for operating Oracle E-Business Suite, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Enterprise Performance Management, and Oracle Retail Applications in Microsoft Azure via Oracle Database@Azure. This empowers organisations to leverage Microsoft Azure’s strengths while utilising Oracle’s advanced database technology to achieve increased scalability, performance, and security. We continue to provide full Oracle Maximum Availability (MAA) support—up to platinum tier—exclusively on Azure, offering the highest levels of availability, disaster recovery, and zero-data-loss protection for mission-critical operations.
Microsoft Defender Enhances Security for Oracle Database@Azure
Microsoft Defender stands out as a cloud-centric security platform that offers unified threat protection, vulnerability management, and automated compliance, safeguarding Oracle Database@Azure workloads. This, complemented by Microsoft Sentinel—which provides AI-powered security information and event management (SIEM) for real-time monitoring—and Microsoft Entra ID’s unified identity and access controls, delivers comprehensive enterprise-grade protection tailored for today’s complex threat landscape.
Azure Arc for Oracle Database@Azure
Azure Arc extends Azure’s management, governance, and security capabilities across various environments—whether on-premises, multi-cloud, or edge. With a single control plane, Azure Arc allows you to implement policies, manage identities, and automate lifecycle operations for all your Azure resources along with your Oracle databases running natively on Azure.
Integration Blueprint Powered by Azure IoT Operations and Microsoft Fabric
This integration allows manufacturers to glean real-time insights from factory machinery and sensors, automating essential processes, and encouraging data-driven decision-making for improved efficiency and responsiveness.
Accessible in Over 28 Regions Worldwide
With plans to expand to 33 operational regions by year-end, Oracle Database@Azure enables organisations to deploy nearer to their applications and users across North America, EMEA, and APAC. Stay informed about the latest live regions here.
Introducing Azure Accelerate for Oracle
To assist every organisation in kick-starting their journey smoothly—regardless of size—Microsoft proudly introduces Azure Accelerate benefits for Oracle customers. Azure Accelerate is a program crafted to support clients throughout their cloud and AI journey with expert guidance and investments. Customers can navigate the complexities of Oracle migrations and related application upgrade projects while reducing costs. Azure Accelerate simplifies the migration of your Oracle workloads to Azure by offering:
- Expert access: Leverage the in-depth knowledge from Azure’s specialised partner network. You can also take advantage of the Cloud Accelerate Factory benefit, providing Microsoft experts without added expenses.
- Investment opportunities: Access partner funding and Azure credits tailored to make your transition to Azure more economical and lower project risks.
- Comprehensive project support: Receive assistance at every step, from initial assessments through to pilots or proof-of-value, all the way to full implementation.
With Azure Accelerate, Oracle clients can migrate more effectively while weaving AI into their strategy, collaborating with Azure experts from day one.
Channel Partners Authorized to Resell Oracle Database@Azure
Microsoft AI Cloud Partners and Oracle Partner Network (OPN) members can now purchase and resell Oracle Database@Azure directly from the Microsoft Marketplace. This new approach reinforces the partnership between Microsoft and Oracle while streamlining the migration process for customers who prefer the convenience of purchasing through their trusted partners.
Microsoft’s partner reseller programme motivated CGI to choose Oracle Database@Azure for consolidating cloud services under a single provider, ensuring the cost efficiency, flexibility, and redundancy vital for meeting CGI’s client demands. For Smart DCC, CGI is collaborating with Oracle and Microsoft to implement the solution via the Microsoft marketplace reseller system—creating a seamless purchasing path on a secure, enterprise-ready platform for mission-critical needs.
Ro Crawford, VP Consulting Services, CGI
We’re also thrilled to announce that Oracle Database@Azure is now part of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVP) program under the new technology area of Azure Solutions and Ecosystem. This domain includes crucial workloads and modernization efforts like Oracle Database@Azure, Azure VMware Solution (AVS), Nutanix on Azure, and mainframe modernization strategies. The Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals program recognises outstanding community leaders for their technical expertise, leadership, speaking credentials, online impact, and dedication to solving real-world challenges. To gain more insight into the program, visit this FAQ.
Growing Momentum for Oracle Database@Azure
Companies like Conduent, BV Liantis, SEFE, Astellas Pharmacy, Craneware, and Medline have transitioned their Oracle databases to Oracle Database@Azure, optimising performance and minimising latency while establishing a foundation for future-ready AI implementations.
We’re thrilled to showcase our customers’ innovations at Oracle AI World. Don’t miss out on Activision Blizzard’s Spotlight Session at Microsoft on Wednesday, October 15 at 4:45 PM PT. You can view our full session list and featured customers here.
Looking to the Future
We’re eager to continue this journey by integrating the best of Oracle and Microsoft to empower customers to innovate faster, work smarter, and thrive in the age of intelligent applications.
If you’re attending Oracle AI World 2025, we invite you to connect with our experts at the Microsoft booth (#3005), and make sure to check out our sessions.
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