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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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Jason Statham Officially Returns With His Biggest Action Movie Yet

  • *Stole My Bike* has finished filming.
  • Jason Statham reunites with director David Leitch.
  • The action film is expected in 2027.

Jason Statham’s forthcoming action film, *Stole My Bike*, has completed principal photography, marking a significant step towards its planned 2027 release. Directed by David Leitch, the film is being positioned as a particularly self-aware or “meta” project for Statham, and its completion matters because it brings together the…

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Apps that help you break free from doomscrolling and get active

  • Apps turn exercise into a requirement for screen time.
  • Options range from step targets to photographing grass.
  • Most focus on limiting social media and games.

A roundup of apps designed to curb doomscrolling by tying access to distracting services to exercise, movement or real-world activity. - Digital Carrot blocks apps, websites and games until users meet personalised fitness, productivity or screen-time targets. - MeBeMe sends habit-building missions, including physical challenges such as burpees,…

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Pathfinder and Warhammer 40K RPG developer Owlcat Games on “speedrunning” its first 10 years and what comes next: “We won’t be quitting the CRPG genre”

  • Owlcat plans to continue making CRPGs.
  • The studio reflects on rapid growth in its first decade.
  • Pathfinder and Warhammer 40K underpin its reputation.

Owlcat Games says it intends to remain in the computer role-playing game genre as it looks beyond its first decade. The studio’s comments matter because it has established itself through licensed RPGs based on Pathfinder and Warhammer 40,000, and is signalling continued investment in that style of game.…

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Preorder Beast of Reincarnation At A Discount And Get Some DLC For Free

  • Pre-orders include a Koo skin and 30,000 Amber.
  • Standard edition costs $60; Deluxe costs $70.
  • Beast of Reincarnation launches on 4 August.

Game Freak’s action RPG Beast of Reincarnation is now available to pre-order, with buyers receiving in-game bonus content before its August release. The offer matters because it gives prospective players a cosmetic option for companion wolf Koo and in-game currency, while physical editions are available for PlayStation 5…

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Live updates: US planning renewed Iran strikes; Trump pressures GOP on Blanche

  • Full article was inaccessible.
  • Headline mentions possible US-Iran strikes.
  • It also cites Trump’s support for Todd Blanche.

The article’s full text was unavailable because access to the webpage was denied. Based only on its headline, it appears to cover live developments concerning possible renewed US strikes on Iran and President Trump’s efforts to persuade Republican senators to support Todd Blanche. Without the article body, its…

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What’s the best handheld mini fan?

  • Dyson HushJet offers the strongest airflow but is bulky.
  • Shark ChillPill combines fan, misting and contact cooling.
  • Portability and price determine the best option.

TechCrunch compares handheld mini fans for coping with increasingly frequent summer heat, assessing whether premium models from Dyson and Shark justify their far higher prices than basic £10–£15 alternatives. The article concludes that each performs well for different needs, with the best choice depending on budget, portability and…

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What if Stop Killing Games win? Anthem, SpaceCraft and Warframe devs on the “massive undertaking” of reverse engineering an always-online game

  • Warframe has no clear preservation plan.
  • Stop Killing Games seeks playable end-of-life options.
  • Reverse engineering online games is a major challenge.

The article examines whether games such as Warframe could survive if their developers could no longer run their online services, amid the growing Stop Killing Games campaign for stronger preservation rights. It matters because many primarily solo or PvE games remain unusable without publisher-operated servers, leaving players dependent…

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Clair Obscur Switch 2 status reveals the reality of Nintendo’s console

  • Clair Obscur faces significant Switch 2 technical obstacles.
  • Unreal Engine 5 compatibility is a key issue.
  • Switch 2 cannot guarantee every major third-party port.

Sandfall Interactive says bringing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to Switch 2 would be a major technical challenge, despite its desire to release the acclaimed role-playing game on Nintendo’s console. The situation highlights that Switch 2, while more capable than previous Nintendo hardware and able to host some demanding…

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The Mermaid Mask is a perfect vacation murder mystery

  • A polished locked-room mystery aboard a submarine
  • Strong characters, voice acting and detective confrontations
  • Some investigation mechanics can feel repetitive

The Verge’s review finds The Mermaid Mask to be an engaging point-and-click murder mystery, built around the locked-room death of a submarine captain. Its confined submarine setting, colourful suspects and satisfying confrontations make it particularly effective as a compact, holiday-friendly detective game. Players control returning detectives Grimoire and…

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The OG reading app just got a big update

  • Instapaper and Pastebot receive notable updates.
  • The newsletter mixes tech, entertainment and AI recommendations.
  • David Pierce plans parental leave from mid-August.

The Verge’s Installer newsletter highlights a broad selection of technology, entertainment and software releases, led by an update to Instapaper, one of the earliest read-it-later apps. It also draws attention to Pastebot 3, a major update to the Mac clipboard manager, alongside new film and television recommendations and…

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