# Understanding Open Source Business Models for the C-Suite Video InstaBlinks EP 25: Apache Spark 4.0: The Future of Big Data =========================================================== Discover the future of Big Data with Apache Spark 4.0 as Brian Graf talks with Product Architect Hichem Kenniche about the excitement surrounding its upcoming release! Running on Kubernetes, Spark 4.0 leverages cloud infrastructure optimization for cost efficiency and high availability, providing enhanced metrics for debugging and a deeper understanding of data processing. Spark is the Swiss Army knife for big data, offering high performance and ease of use. From ETL and machine learning to exploratory data analysis, Spark handles it all. Get ready for real-time data processing, improved error analysis, and a Python API for complex workflows. Try the preview release now and unlock the power of Apache Spark 4.0! ### Related content [ Infographic Why managed support matters for your mission-critical systems Learn more about the Instaclustr platform and Open Source Technologies. Download the free datasheet today... ](https://www.instaclustr.com/resources/why-managed-support-matters-for-your-mission-critical-systems/) [ Video Upsizing Apache Cassandra® Clusters In this video, we delve into a few different strategies for upsizing clusters on your Instaclustr managed Cassandra clusters... ](https://www.instaclustr.com/resources/upsizing-cassandra-clusters/) [ White Paper Understanding Open Source Business Models for the C-Suite Instaclustr have spent a lot of time observing how open source projects work - Download our Free White Paper to Learn More... ](https://www.instaclustr.com/resources/understanding-open-source-business-models-for-the-c-suite/) Learn about our Managed platform ---------------------------------- Schedule your 1:1 session with one of our open source experts [ Schedule a demo ](/schedule-a-demo/)