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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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Matt Damon Wants New Jason Bourne Movie to ‘Be Like the First 3’ as Work With Conclave Director Continues

  • Damon confirms ongoing talks on Bourne 6 with director Edward Berger.
  • Wants new film to match quality of original trilogy.
  • Franchise has had no new entry in 10 years.

Matt Damon has given an update on the long-awaited sixth Jason Bourne film, saying he is working with Conclave director Edward Berger to develop the story but that no final version has been locked down yet. Speaking on ESPN's The Rich Eisen Show, Damon said he would only…

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ANU accused of ‘hysterical’ response to students using AI to cheat as unis scramble to ‘secure’ assessments

  • ANU academic calls university's AI-cheating response "hysterical" and rushed
  • ANU proposes "secure" v "insecure" assessment categories to curb AI cheating
  • 78.9% of students already use generative AI, study finds

An academic at the Australian National University has publicly accused the institution of a "hysterical" response to student use of artificial intelligence, as universities across Australia rush to overhaul assessments in an effort to preserve academic integrity. The dispute comes amid warnings from colleagues that failing to restore…

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Waymo says San Francisco service has resumed after one-hour pause

  • Waymo paused San Francisco robotaxi service for one hour during a power outage affecting ~7,000 customers; operations have resumed
  • The incident marks the third power-related disruption to Waymo's service; San Francisco mayor now pushing for stricter state regulations on autonomous vehicles during emergencies

This isn’t the first time power outages have caused issues for Waymo.

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Over 30 developers fired from Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM despite ZERO PARADES rave reviews

  • ZA/UM lays off up to 32 developers after ZERO PARADES underperforms commercially
  • The game earned strong reviews, including 9/10 from Destructoid
  • Studio struggled to shake comparisons to Disco Elysium's departed creators

ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium, has fired or issued at-risk notices to up to 32 developers despite its latest release, ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies, receiving strong critical reviews. The espionage RPG was praised on release, including a 9/10 review from Destructoid, but failed to translate that…

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Wuthering Waves is getting an anime as its developer establishes Kuro Onroad

  • Kuro Games announces Wuthering Waves anime, Elysium, via new Kuro Onroad label
  • Trailer shows only 3D animation; plot and studio details undisclosed
  • Joins gaming-anime trend; rivals Genshin Impact's stalled Ufotable project

Kuro Games, the developer behind the gacha action-RPG Wuthering Waves, has announced an anime adaptation titled Wuthering Waves: Elysium. It marks the first project under Kuro Onroad, a new animation-focused banner the studio is establishing for future adaptations of its games, signalling a longer-term commitment to expanding the…

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Clairo Shares “Losing Pride” Demo To Benefit Climate Justice

  • Clairo releases new demo "Losing Pride" for charity
  • Proceeds benefit youth climate group Zero Hour
  • First new music since her 2024 album Charm

Clairo has released a previously unheard demo, "Losing Pride," with proceeds going to Zero Hour, a youth-led climate and environmental justice organisation. The release comes amid severe Canadian wildfires, which the singer-songwriter has cited as a stark reminder of the planet's growing environmental instability, and marks her first…

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A month after mass layoffs at Bungie, Marathon game director Joe Ziegler is leaving the studio

  • Marathon director Joe Ziegler is leaving Bungie
  • Del Chafe III takes over as game director
  • Comes a month after Bungie's mass layoffs

Marathon game director Joe Ziegler has left Bungie, just a month after the studio underwent mass layoffs following the final major Destiny 2 update. His departure comes shortly before the extraction shooter's mid-season 2 patch, adding to a turbulent stretch for Bungie as it leans heavily on Marathon's…

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Disco Elysium Dev ZA/UM Announces Layoffs Affecting Up to 32 Staff

  • ZA/UM cuts up to 32 jobs after new game's weak sales
  • Latest blow follows years of legal disputes and departures
  • Studio's 2024 layoffs also saw a DLC cancelled

Disco Elysium developer ZA/UM has announced layoffs affecting up to 32 staff, just two months after releasing its latest title, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies. The UK-based studio said the game's commercial performance had not been strong enough to sustain a studio of its current size, despite critical…

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All the EVs that were discontinued or killed off in the U.S. this year

  • Honda Prologue discontinued, ending Honda's US all-electric line-up.
  • US automakers are retreating from EVs amid tariffs and lost tax credits.
  • Q2 2026 US EV sales down 20.5% year-on-year despite quarterly growth.

The Honda Prologue has been officially discontinued, Honda confirmed to TechCrunch, removing the last fully electric model from the automaker's US line-up. Its exit reflects a wider retreat by carmakers from the American EV market this year, driven by the loss of the $7,500 federal tax credit, new…

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GoPro’s discounted Max 2 bundle includes $100 worth of accessories

  • GoPro Max 2 bundle discounted to $369 at Amazon
  • Bundle adds over $100 of accessories for $70 extra
  • Camera shoots 360-degree 8K video, waterproof to 16 feet

GoPro has discounted its Max 2 360-degree camera accessory bundle to $369 at Amazon, roughly $70 more than the base camera, but with more than $100 worth of extras thrown in. This makes it a notable option for anyone wanting a fully-equipped 360-degree setup without buying accessories separately,…

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