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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.

    • Discord improves Markdown previews and adds 1GB uploads for Nitro users

      Discord’s latest update improves previews of Markdown files, rendering tables and formatting in a readable layout instead of showing raw symbols. This could make it easier for people to share project instructions and information, including material used by AI tools, in Discord conversations. The update also adds a “Move to…” option for organising servers and…

    • Delta can turn the iPhone Duo into your favorite folding handheld

      Delta 2.0 adds support for Apple’s iPhone Duo, adapting its controller layouts and gameplay to the foldable’s different positions and screen orientations. The update also expands the emulator’s features and marks its first release on the EU App Store, making it available there alongside AltStore PAL. The update adds Sega Genesis games, animated controller skins,…

    • Bluesky tests iPad app and adds external profile links

      Bluesky has begun beta testing an iPad version of its app, aiming to improve how the social network looks and works on Apple tablets. The update also lets users add external platform links to their profiles, giving creators a way to direct followers to other content or support options. iPad users can share reports of…

    • Man killed crossing I-80 after Tesla using driver assistance struck him

      Newly reported dashcam footage shows a Tesla braking and steering left before it struck a 71-year-old man crossing Interstate 80 in Vallejo, California. The man died, and the incident highlights that driver assistance did not prevent the collision or remove the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle safely. The crash happened at about 2.30am on…

    • Blood of Dawnwalker’s Massive Update Is Finally Here and the Full List of Changes Is Wild

      Rebel Wolves has released update 1.1 for The Blood of Dawnwalker, a substantial patch that adds features and makes broad improvements to the vampire role-playing game. It is available now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, and includes the much-requested ability to pet cats and dogs. The update adds a difficulty setting and…

    • GitLab patches critical flaw exposing self-managed servers to code execution

      GitLab has patched a maximum-severity vulnerability that could let unauthenticated attackers run arbitrary code on some self-managed servers. The flaw affects releases dating back to 2014, so organisations using vulnerable versions are urged to upgrade promptly. Tracked as CVE-2026-110264, the bug is an integer overflow triggered while compiling a specially crafted regular expression. GitLab issued…

    • Organisations patch PHP flaws as UK government services go offline

      Critical flaws were found in PHP, a programming language used by many websites, prompting organisations worldwide to update systems or take some services offline. UK government services were among those affected by precautionary measures, though officials and cyber-security experts said there was no evidence of successful attacks. The tech minister said 32 government services were…

    • Meta ordered to pay $25bn in New Mexico consumer protection case

      A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $25 billion after a jury found it committed nearly 44 million violations of state consumer protection law. The ruling found that Meta repeatedly misled users about control of their data and other platform practices over more than 11 years; the company says it will appeal. The penalty…

    • Woot cuts iPad Magic Keyboard prices, but AppleCare is excluded

      Woot is selling several Apple Magic Keyboard cases for iPad Air and iPad Pro at steep discounts, with prices starting at $129. The deals offer a cheaper way to add a keyboard and trackpad to compatible iPads, though buyers give up AppleCare cover. The white keyboard for the 13-inch iPad Air, compatible with M2, M3…

    • Developers report App Store reviews taking weeks amid queue delays

      Developers are reporting that Apple’s App Store review queue is taking weeks to process some submissions, far longer than the usual one or two days. The delays could prevent new apps and updates from reaching users promptly, and Apple has not yet explained what is causing them. Apple says it typically reviews at least half…