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Why the Era of Relying on Dozens of “Purpose-Built” Databases Is Finally Coming to an End

Enterprises are shifting from fragmented, purpose‑built databases to unified operational data platforms that prioritize memory‑first architectures and AI‑ready features. The new platforms deliver sub‑millisecond response times, reduce infrastructure complexity, and cut total cost of ownership by up to 60%. By embedding vector search, semantic caching, and automated embedding pipelines, they enable real‑time, generative AI workloads at scale. Vendors like Couchbase showcase how these capabilities translate into faster time‑to‑market and higher revenue for AI‑driven applications.