node 2026-05-05, Version 26.0.0 (Current), @RafaelGSS

Node.js 26.0.0 becomes the Current release, with the Temporal API enabled by default and updates to V8 14.6 and Undici 8.0. The release is expected to enter long-term support in October, while remaining Current for six months first.

Why it matters

Node.js 26 introduces a default-enabled Temporal API and updates core runtime components, making it relevant to developers assessing their runtime upgrade path. Its planned LTS transition in October helps teams gauge when to consider broader adoption.

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