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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.

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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.

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Gamers report a BIOS update is bricking their Legion Go handhelds, and Lenovo is quoting over $250 to fix the issue outside of warranty

  • A Lenovo BIOS update is reportedly bricking Legion Go handhelds.
  • Lenovo is quoting over $250 for out-of-warranty repairs.
  • Affected gamers face unexpected costs through no fault of their own.

Owners of Lenovo's Legion Go handheld gaming PC are reporting that a recent BIOS update has left their devices unable to boot, effectively "bricking" them. The issue is significant because it affects a firmware update that Lenovo itself pushed out, meaning affected users did nothing unusual to trigger…

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Ministers to expand digital rail ticketing app trials as part of crackdown on fare dodgers costing industry £400 million a year

  • Ministers to expand digital rail ticketing app trials nationwide.
  • Fare evasion costs the rail industry about £400 million yearly.
  • Move aims to modernise ticketing and cut revenue losses.

The UK government plans to widen trials of digital rail ticketing apps as part of a broader effort to tackle fare evasion, which is estimated to cost the rail industry around £400 million a year. Ministers see the expanded rollout of app-based and contactless ticketing as a way…

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Don’t be alarmed if you get an ‘account banned’ message in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on PS4 or PS5, you may not actually be banned

  • A false "account banned" message can appear in Black Ops 2 on PS4/PS5.
  • It stems from backend security updates, not an actual ban.
  • Genuine bans target players using Prestige hacks or account manipulation.

Activision has warned Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 players on PS4 and PS5 that a small number may see an erroneous "account banned" message that does not actually mean they have been banned. The alert appears as a side effect of recent backend updates designed to combat…

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Game of Thrones Author George R.R. Martin Shares Personal Update, Discusses Health and ‘Falling Further and Further Behind’

  • George R.R. Martin, 77, shares rare update on health and struggles
  • Says he's "falling further and further behind," battling sadness
  • No news on Winds of Winter progress or House of the Dragon

Author George R.R. Martin has broken a six-month silence on his personal blog with a candid update on his health and struggles, admitting he is "falling further and further behind." The 77-year-old described 2026 as "stressful" and overwhelming, referencing lost friends, depression and worries about "the worst" still…

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CAF Bank reopens online service but warns of further outages

  • CAF Bank restores online banking after 10+ days offline due to fraud attempt
  • Vulnerability found in third-party software linking to banking portal
  • Bank waives £5 monthly fee for August and September as apology

CAF Bank has restored its online banking service after shutting it down for more than ten days following what it described as "attempted fraud", though it has warned customers that further intermittent outages are likely as it manages traffic to the site. The disruption is the latest blow…

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Round Up: Game Freak’s ‘Beast Of Reincarnation’ Is A Mixed Bag

  • Game Freak's non-Pokémon game Beast of Reincarnation gets mixed-to-positive reviews
  • Currently PS5/Xbox/PC only, but a Switch 2 port seems likely
  • Scores range from 7/10 to 9.5/10 across major outlets

Nintendo Life has rounded up early reviews for Game Freak's new action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, which launches on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC rather than Nintendo formats. The Pokémon studio's departure into an entirely new IP has drawn a broadly positive but uneven critical reception, with…

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Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin has updated his blog for the first time in almost 6 months, but there’s still no Winds of Winter news

  • George R.R. Martin has updated his blog after nearly six months.
  • The update includes no news on The Winds of Winter.
  • Fans continue their long wait for the next novel.

George R.R. Martin, author of the A Song of Ice and Fire series that inspired Game of Thrones, has posted on his personal blog for the first time in almost six months. The update will interest fans who have been anxiously monitoring his site for any sign of…

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The Best Cordless Vacuums (2026): My Brand-New Top Pick

  • Shark PowerDetect Speed named WIRED's new top cordless vacuum pick.
  • Dyson Gen5Detect ($800) rated best for raw power.
  • Bissell PowerClean ($160) highlighted as the best budget option.

WIRED has updated its guide to the best cordless vacuums for 2026, naming the Shark PowerDetect Speed as its new top overall pick after testing nearly two dozen stick vacuums. The choice matters for shoppers weighing convenience against price, as cordless models have become popular for their light,…

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Assassins Creed Black Flag Resynced’s Kraken wheel will no longer be “wheely expensive” following the latest update, which will also teach you how to throw cash

  • Patch 1.0.6 arrives August 4th with cosmetic hiding options for equipment and doubled autosave slots from 5 to 10
  • Graphics fix resolves PC cutscenes locked at 30 FPS, plus tutorial added for previously undocumented money-throwing distraction mechanic
  • Extensive bug fixes address naval combat anomalies, character animation glitches, and inventory handling issues

Ubisoft has released title update 1.0.6 for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, rolling out on 4 August at 3pm BST. The patch adds the ability to hide protagonist Edward Kenway's blowpipe for cosmetic purposes, fixes a previously incorrect price display on the Kraken ship wheel, and finally activates…

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British AI chip start-up founded by 25-year-old sixth form dropout valued at £2.5billion

  • British AI chip start-up valued at £2.5billion
  • Founder is 25 and dropped out of sixth form
  • Full article details were not available to summarise

A British start-up developing artificial intelligence chips has been valued at £2.5 billion, despite being founded by a 25-year-old entrepreneur who left school before completing his A-levels. The valuation underlines the intense investor appetite for firms building specialist hardware for AI applications, and highlights how young, non-traditional founders…

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