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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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Disgaea Creator Slams Sony for Scrapping Discs, Says PlayStation Might as Well ‘Go All the Way’ and Scrap Consoles Too

  • Niikawa says Sony overlooks physical games’ emotional and practical value.
  • Sony will cease new PlayStation disc releases from January 2028.
  • Critics fear digital-only gaming weakens ownership and preservation.

Disgaea creator Sohei Niikawa has criticised Sony’s plan to stop producing disc releases of new games from January 2028, arguing that its executives do not understand what physical editions mean to fans. He said abandoning physical packages could undermine the appeal of dedicated consoles, suggesting Sony might as…

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‘Resident Evil’ Trailer: Zach Cregger’s Take On Iconic Vidgame Is Coming For You (And Comic-Con)

  • Sony unveils Cregger’s Resident Evil trailer before Comic-Con.
  • Austin Abrams plays a courier trapped in Raccoon City.
  • The film reaches cinemas on 18 September.

Sony has released a new trailer for Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil ahead of the director’s Comic-Con Hall H appearance. The film, due in cinemas on 18 September, follows medical courier Bryan as a delivery to Raccoon City General turns into a night-long fight for survival amid monsters, zombies…

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Model Context Protocol prepares to break with its stateful past

  • MCP will become stateless to simplify enterprise scaling.
  • Custom MCP implementations may require substantial reworking.
  • The revision is scheduled for finalisation on 28 July.

The Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open standard for linking AI applications to external systems, is due for its largest overhaul since launch. Its maintainers plan to finalise a new revision on 28 July that removes protocol-level sessions and other features, aiming to make cloud deployment and scaling…

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Nintendo Download: 23rd July (North America)

  • Splatoon Raiders headlines Nintendo’s latest North American eShop update.
  • Several retro, action and visual-novel games also arrive.
  • The update includes releases for Switch and Switch 2.

Nintendo’s North American eShop update for 23 July highlights new Switch and Switch 2 releases, led by the single-player action game Splatoon Raiders. The update matters chiefly as a weekly overview of games newly available or promoted on Nintendo’s digital stores. - Splatoon Raiders launches for Switch 2…

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Google will now let you sign in to your account with a selfie video

  • Google adds selfie videos for account recovery.
  • Liveness checks aim to resist deepfakes and impersonation.
  • Videos are encrypted and user-deletable.

Google is introducing selfie video verification as another way for people to regain access to their accounts when they cannot use their usual device or sign-in method. The change reflects a wider move towards biometric identity checks as companies seek to reduce fraud and distinguish real users from…

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Mina the Hollower gets 3-disc soundtrack, blind boxes, and more merch

  • Mina the Hollower merchandise is now available to pre-order.
  • The range includes vinyl, a notebook and blind-box keychains.
  • Orders are expected to ship from October 2026.

Yacht Club Games and iam8bit have announced a merchandise range for Mina the Hollower following the strong reception to the Game Boy Color-inspired Soulslike. The collection offers fans a vinyl soundtrack, replica notebook and collectible keychains, with pre-orders open until 17 August and shipping expected from the fourth…

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Why part of Bramall Lane will be closed this season amid Dore training ground update – thestar.co.uk

  • Part of Bramall Lane's upper tier closed for several fixtures this season
  • Roof strengthening/repainting works ongoing; Dore training ground also upgraded
  • Championship season starts at home to Birmingham City, 15 August 2026

Sheffield United have confirmed that part of Bramall Lane's upper tier will be closed for several fixtures this season while renovation work continues, as the club carries out a wide-ranging summer refurbishment of its stadium and Dore training ground. The closures stem from roof strengthening and repainting work…

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Steam’s latest update finally brings order to the chaos of your wishlist, and might even nudge people into buying you some new games

  • Steam wishlists now support custom categories and improved notifications.
  • Shared wishlists make buying gifts easier, including via guest checkout.
  • Cross-region game gifts now use the recipient’s local price.

Valve has updated Steam’s wishlist and gifting tools, aiming to make large, long-neglected wishlists easier to organise and use. The changes could also make it simpler for friends and family to buy games from a shared wishlist, including without having a Steam account. Users can create unrestricted custom…

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“I should have listened properly to Miyazaki”: Ex PlayStation boss admits giving FromSoftware “the lowest number possible” for physical copies of Demon’s Souls after getting stuck in its “demanding” starting area

  • PlayStation initially underestimated Demon’s Souls.
  • Yoshida struggled with the game’s opening.
  • The game later launched a hugely influential series.

Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida has said he initially underestimated Demon’s Souls, approving the smallest possible physical production run after struggling with its unusually difficult opening area. His comments underline how the game’s demanding design, which later helped define FromSoftware’s reputation, was not immediately seen as a commercial…

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Google closes in on another billion user product with Gemini

  • Gemini nears 950 million monthly users, tripling in a year
  • Google closing in on ChatGPT's 1 billion user milestone
  • Gemini's AI assistant market share rose to 27.7%, Sensor Tower says

Google's Gemini AI assistant has surpassed 950 million monthly active users, putting it on course to join the company's list of billion-user products alongside Search, Gmail, Drive, Android, YouTube and Chrome. The milestone, disclosed during Alphabet's Q2 2026 earnings call, underscores how quickly Google has scaled its AI…

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