Ten years ago, Google announced Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) to manage containerized applications. GKE evolved from Borg, Google's internal system, offering a managed Kubernetes platform for complex workloads. To better serve customers, GKE is undergoing pricing changes in September 2025, moving to a single paid tier with more included features like multi-cluster management. This new structure allows for à la carte access to additional features, promoting flexibility and cost management. GKE Autopilot, initially launched to simplify Kubernetes, is now being made available for every cluster, even existing Standard clusters. This allows users to leverage Autopilot's benefits on a per-workload basis for enhanced performance and cost-effectiveness. GKE continually adapts to new demands, such as the rise of AI workloads. Companies like Moloco, Signify, and Anthropic utilize GKE for their critical AI and smart lighting platforms. GKE's updated support for larger clusters aids AI innovation by providing necessary scale. The platform is designed to meet future workload demands, particularly in the AI era, incorporating customer insights and Google's best practices.