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    Software

    Software encompasses the digital tools, applications and systems that power modern life, from the artificial intelligence models reshaping how we work and create to the open-source projects offering alternatives to established platforms. This section covers developments across the full software landscape, including advances in machine learning, developer tools and infrastructure, cybersecurity concerns, and the underlying technologies that connect our digital world.

    The software industry is experiencing rapid evolution driven by artificial intelligence. Major technology companies are integrating new capabilities into widely-used applications, from interactive diagrams in chatbots to local file access in AI assistants. Simultaneously, developers continue building open-source alternatives to commercial software, whilst internet infrastructure providers work to expand the ecosystem of domain names and digital resources available online.

    Software developments matter to readers because they directly shape how we interact with technology daily, influence the tools available to businesses and creators, and raise important questions about security, privacy and competition in the digital economy. Whether through new features in familiar applications, emerging cybersecurity risks, or funding trends affecting startup innovation, software news determines how technology evolves and who benefits from it.

    • Salesforce cites Claude costs for lower profit margin outlook

      Salesforce told investors it could not raise its profit margin guidance because of the cost of running Anthropic’s Claude models internally, revealing how heavily AI spending is now weighing on the CRM giant’s finances. Deputy CFO Mike Spencer told the Deutsche Bank Technology Conference that the company had “unleashed” Claude across its research and development…

    • aTwist launches vertical microseries platform in eight markets

      aTwist, a new vertical-video microseries platform founded by television veterans Jana Winograde, Susan Rovner and Lloyd Braun, has launched in eight markets with an initial slate of scripted, unscripted and animated original series. The venture positions itself as a distinct entrant in the fast-growing mobile-first streaming space, betting that tightly paced, cliffhanger-driven storytelling can hook…

    • Crimson Desert expansion Charting the Unknown arrives 15 October

      Pearl Abyss has confirmed 15th October as the release date for Charting the Unknown, the first post-launch DLC for its hit action RPG Crimson Desert, following a vague tease of expansion content back in June. Unveiled during a State of Play presentation, the DLC adds new story missions in which characters Kliff, Oongka and Damiane…

    • Hohem’s tiny steadycam has a removable action cam

      Hohem has unveiled the Eyepic, a handheld stabilised camera that stands out from rivals such as DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4 and Insta360’s Luna Ultra by featuring a detachable camera module that doubles as a standalone wearable action cam. This hybrid approach lets users switch between traditional gimbal-stabilised handheld shooting and hands-free, body-worn capture using the…

    • Haiku OS rises / Beta 6 sails open web / Virtual winds fly fast

      Haiku OS, the open-source homage to the classic BeOS, has released its sixth beta, arriving a week after the project’s 25th anniversary. The update brings a significantly upgraded built-in browser, a wider choice of alternative browsers, and a working hardware-accelerated hypervisor, making the niche operating system a more practical option for everyday use, particularly on…

    • John Lewis to launch YouTube chatshow to improve AI search results

      John Lewis is launching a YouTube “vodcast” and social media studio to boost its visibility to AI chatbots and search tools, as more shoppers turn to services like ChatGPT and Gemini to find and recommend products. The move follows the success of sister brand Waitrose’s Dish podcast, and reflects a wider shift in retail marketing…

    • Hollywood Veterans Launch aTwist Microdrama Platform With Horror, Comedy and Animated Series

      Hollywood veterans Jana Winograde, Susan Rovner and Lloyd Braun have launched aTwist, a new “microdrama” streaming platform aiming to bring polished, Hollywood-calibre storytelling to the fast-growing vertical-video format. The platform debuted on Thursday in the US and seven other countries with an initial slate of 10 original series spanning horror, comedy, unscripted and animation, distinguishing…

    • Nvidia acquires Hugging Face in $12.93bn deal

      Nvidia has confirmed a $12.93 billion (roughly £10.2bn) deal to acquire Hugging Face, the widely used open-source platform for AI models, datasets and developer tools, bringing weeks of speculation about its future ownership to a close. Chief executive Jensen Huang said Hugging Face would “remain an open platform for the entire AI ecosystem”, stressing that…

    • Dyson Unveiled at IFA 2026: Live updates as the company shows off new vacuums, purifiers, robotics and more

      Dyson is set to unveil a range of new products, including vacuums, air purifiers, robotics and beauty devices, at an event called “Dyson Unveiled” during IFA 2026 in Berlin. Among the items expected to be shown is a novel toothbrush-and-flosser device dubbed the CameraJet, which has drawn attention ahead of the event for its unusual…

    • ‘Uber rapture’ leaves passengers and drivers behind in Nigeria and Uganda

      Uber has abruptly shut down its ride-hailing service in Nigeria and Uganda, with some users and drivers reportedly left mid-journey when the app cut out, prompting online jokes about an “Uber rapture.” The company gave notice on 2 September that the service would end that same day, offering little warning to customers, drivers or staff…