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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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A 600-mile road trip (and data) proves EV charging doesn’t suck anymore

  • EV charging network reliability has markedly improved since 2023
  • 600-mile Montreal trip had near-flawless charging, one minor card reader glitch
  • Contrasts sharply with a troubled, shorter 2023 road trip to Maine

A TechCrunch writer's 600-mile road trip to Montreal suggests that electric vehicle fast-charging infrastructure in the United States has significantly improved since it was widely criticised a few years ago. Using an Audi e-tron with roughly 220 miles of range, the author found the charging experience almost entirely…

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Valve reassures Team Fortress 2 players that it’s still working on the Mann vs Machine update it announced last year: ‘We promise we’re making progress’

  • Valve confirmed it is still developing Team Fortress 2's Mann vs Machine cooperative update, originally announced in June 2025
  • The studio received substantially more community-submitted maps and missions than anticipated, significantly extending the development timeline
  • No release date provided; Valve apologised for the ten-month communication gap since their last progress report

"It's taking a lot longer to sort through the new content and changes than we'd originally anticipated."

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Indie Devs Unfairly Attacked Over Sony Decision to Stop Making Discs

  • Sony is ending physical disc production for PS5 from 2028.
  • Indie devs face backlash meant for Sony after PlayStation retweets them.
  • Studios like Weird Beluga and Windup have had to respond to unfair criticism.

Independent developers promoting their PS5 games on social media are being unfairly caught up in backlash over Sony's decision to stop producing physical discs from 2028, according to Push Square. The controversy stems from PlayStation's official accounts retweeting indie studios' own promotional posts, which then draw a flood…

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Controversy-laiden Disco Elysium and Zero Parades studio ZA/UM to lay off large chunk of staff once more

  • ZA/UM to cut up to 32 jobs across all departments
  • Blamed on weak Zero Parades sales despite critical acclaim
  • Latest blow for a studio dogged by years of legal disputes

ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium and its spiritual successor Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, has announced it will lay off up to 32 staff "across all departments". The studio said the redundancies were driven by Zero Parades' weak commercial performance, despite the game receiving critical acclaim, and…

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Florida man who allegedly lured women with dating app could have more victims: authorities

  • Florida man accused of sexual battery after meeting women via dating apps
  • Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office appeals for more possible victims
  • Appeal made 14 July, five months after initial investigation began

Authorities in Palm Beach County, Florida, have appealed for any additional victims to come forward involving a man accused of sexually assaulting women he met through dating apps, including Hinge. Investigators believe there could be more women affected beyond the case that initially triggered the inquiry, raising concern…

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Balmuda NatureWind Studio Review: A Better Breeze

  • Balmuda's $429 NatureWind Studio fan launches in the US
  • Uses dual-blade design for a near-silent, natural breeze
  • No remote, adjustable height or battery; bulky tripod footprint

Balmuda, the Japanese appliance maker known for premium minimalist products, has launched its NatureWind Studio pedestal fan in the US, priced at $429. Unlike most fans in this bracket, it forgoes smart features and a remote control entirely, focusing instead on a single goal: replicating the feel of…

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NextBSD returns to dollop Apple source on FreeBSD

  • NextBSD, which merges FreeBSD with Apple Darwin code, has been revived
  • New maintainer Joe Maloney rebuilt it as NextBSD-redux, not a fork
  • Similar past projects (OpenDarwin, PureDarwin) all eventually folded

NextBSD, a project that ports components of Apple's open-source Darwin operating system onto the FreeBSD kernel, has been revived after years of dormancy. The new effort, dubbed NextBSD-redux, is led by Joe Maloney (GitHub handle pkgdemon), who previously built the Gershwin desktop environment for GhostBSD and had a…

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Fine, electric mountain bikes don’t suck

  • Author's initial scepticism about electric mountain bikes shifts after testing a compact motor system
  • European eMTBs are regulated to low speeds (25km/h assist) and power (250W), prioritising endurance over raw speed
  • Motor assistance follows mountain biking's historical pattern of initially resisting but eventually accepting new technologies

Cheater, I'd grumble between huffs as yet another e-bike rider casually skittered past me on a steep ascent. It's this purist attitude that, for years, has left me blind to one simple fact: electric mountain bikes are fun! My attitude adjustment came a few weeks ago, the very…

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Agility Robotics plants its flag in Tesla’s backyard

  • Agility Robotics opens Fremont facility near Tesla's Optimus plant.
  • Its Digit robot already earns revenue for firms like Amazon and GXO.
  • Agility is pursuing a reverse merger to go public as a pure-play humanoid robotics firm.

Agility Robotics is opening a 60,000-square-foot facility in Fremont, California, to train its humanoid robots, positioning itself close to the Tesla factory where Optimus robots are expected to begin production this year. The move highlights a growing rivalry in the humanoid robotics sector, with Agility betting that its…

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Shark’s versatile ChillPill cooling system is back to its best price

  • Shark ChillPill cooling fan and mister hits its lowest-ever price.
  • Now $99.99 at Amazon and Costco, $30 off.
  • Offers 10 fan speeds, misting modes, up to 11 hours' battery life.

The Shark ChillPill, a versatile personal cooling device that combines a rechargeable fan with a dry-touch evaporative mister, has returned to its lowest-ever price. It stands out from typical portable fans because it can be worn, clipped to a bag or stroller, or twisted into a tabletop stand,…

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