Netlify Launches AI Agents and DigitalOcean Partners with Laravel

Netlify has launched Agent Runners, a new AI feature designed to streamline developer workflows. These AI agents can fix, update, and ship code directly within the Netlify dashboard, eliminating the need for additional setup or accounts. The tools provide secure access to project context, deployment pipelines, and build settings.

Key features of Agent Runners:

• Available on credit-based plans (free, personal, and pro).
• No technical background required.
• Mobile-friendly access.
• Supports Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, and Google Gemini.

Use cases include:

• Async tasks like fixing broken links or updating feature flags.
• Quick fixes for bugs and typos.
• Content updates from non-technical teams.
• Automated setup for platform primitives.

Netlify also introduced an AI Gateway to simplify AI inference in code, removing the need for multiple provider accounts or API key management.

Laravel and DigitalOcean have partnered to launch Laravel VPS, a service streamlining server provisioning and app management. Available through Laravel Forge, developers can deploy servers directly within the dashboard.

Benefits:

• Single-click server provisioning.
• Reduced complexity for cloud provider and API key management.
• Unified billing.

The collaboration aims to offer a "developer-centric experience" while maintaining cost efficiency.

The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) revealed a new logo and updated tagline: "making the web work — for everyone." The rebrand reflects the organization's goal to re-engage with its community and reach broader audiences.

Watch the W3C logo unveiling here: