https://oursqlfoundation.org/blog/Recent content in Blog on OurSQL FoundationHugoen-usWed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://oursqlfoundation.org/blog/introducing-oursql-foundation/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://oursqlfoundation.org/blog/introducing-oursql-foundation/<p>Earlier this year, we held two MySQL Summits where we discussed concerns that the MySQL ecosystem has stalled and that MySQL is no longer the automatic first choice for new projects.</p> <p>Despite these concerns, we recognize that MySQL remains widely deployed in production and is still an excellent database for building a business.</p> <p>We believe this slow growth stems from the lack of a neutral party to represent the diverse players in the MySQL ecosystem. MySQL is controlled by Oracle Corporation, which pursues its own commercial interests and does not necessarily account for the needs of other vendors.</p>