As the container ecosystem continues to evolve, CRI-O is innovating to meet new challenges. In this session, we will explore the latest advancements in CRI-O, including support for OCI Artifacts beyond container images, such as AI and ML model deployment, as well as new security features like advanced seccomp profile controls and customizable stop signal handling. We'll also highlight performance and infrastructure updates. Through demos, we'll examine these capabilities and preview future additions. Attendees will gain insights to improve the security, adaptability, and operational efficiency of their container environments. This talk is ideal for SysAdmins, SREs, and Developers.