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AWS IoT Greengrass released version 2.14.0 in December 2024, introducing Nucleus Lite, a lightweight edge runtime for resource-constrained devices, requiring less than 5MB of RAM and storage. Nucleus Lite is fully compatible with AWS IoT Greengrass V2 API and allows for deployment of components on low-cost devices.

It features a predictable memory footprint and integrates with systemd for enhanced device management. This advancement supports multiple applications in sectors like smart home and industrial IoT, enabling effective containerization and reducing operational overhead while maintaining functionality.