DigitalOcean is introducing new features aimed at reducing cloud costs and improving performance, including per-second billing for Droplets starting January 1, 2026, dedicated Droplet plans, and the Bring Your Own IP (BYOIP) feature. These updates focus on providing granular cost control, budget predictability, and seamless migrations, enhancing user flexibility and operational efficiency. Additionally, a new VPC NAT gateway is available for improved security and management of outbound internet access.