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Modern databases are expected to handle large volumes of reads and writes while maintaining strong guarantees around durability, consistency, and performance. One of the most critical mechanisms that enables this balance is write-ahead logging (WAL), sometimes also referred to as binary logging in certain systems. At first glance, the idea of logging changes before applying them to the database might seem counterintuitive. However, write-ahead logging is a foundational concep

As we move toward 2026, major changes are taking shape across industry, finance, and enterprise technology. These changes are not just small upgrades. They represent deep shifts in how systems are built, how companies operate, and how technology connects to the real world. Three major ideas stand out: The rise of the electro-industrial stack , which will shape the future of manufacturing and infrastructure A turning point in financial services and insurance , where old system