I like the distinction that is made between Java the language and the JVM. With the rise of languages like Kotlin, Scala, and Closure I think the JVM will be around forever, even if Java as a language falls into general disuse. I wonder if the Java ecosystem can go through a renaissance like .NET is going through with .NET Core or if that's a continual and gradual process which has been happening and continues to happen within the JVM separate from the languages that used to write apps that run in the JVM.
Why does this question even need to be asked? Of course java is still relavant.
The article acts like java and python are in direct competition. This is simply not true. There is some crossover, but both languages have their strong points and both will continue to be used heavily.