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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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Trump Vows to Deliver America 250 Speech as Severe Weather Forces National Mall Evacuation

  • Trump delivered his Fourth of July speech despite severe weather.
  • Thousands of attendees were evacuated from the National Mall.
  • The address marked America's 250th anniversary and ended with fireworks.

President Trump proceeded with his Fourth of July address on the National Mall as part of celebrations marking the United States' 250th anniversary, despite severe weather that forced thousands of attendees to evacuate and seek shelter. The speech, which featured accounts of American historical figures, went ahead as…

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Security Roundup: Apple’s Hide My Email Service Fails to Hide Your Email

  • Apple's Hide My Email privacy feature contains a flaw allowing real email addresses to be recovered from masked addresses designed to conceal them
  • A researcher reported the vulnerability to Apple over a year ago; despite claiming to address it, the flaw remains unfixed and exploitable
  • Testing demonstrated 100% of masked addresses tested could be compromised to reveal the associated real email address

Plus: Alleged Scattered Spider hacking member extradited, dozens of license plate reader errors, and Indian officials are concerned about WhatsApp’s username rollout.

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Anthropic wants to develop its own drugs

At the event "The Briefing: AI for Science" earlier this week, Anthropic announced Claude Science, a new "AI workbench for scientists" that pulls fragmented tools and datasets into one environment, and generates figures and visuals. Anthropic, already dominating the industry with its popular coding tools and powerful AI…

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Frictional Games Delays Sci-Fi Game Ontos to 2027 to Realise Ambitious Vision

  • Frictional Games delays sci-fi game Ontos from its original schedule to 2027
  • Swedish developer behind Amnesia and Soma extends timeline to pursue ambitious creative goals
  • Extended development aims to deliver full scope of the game's design vision

Swedish developer Frictional Games has announced that its upcoming sci-fi title Ontos will not release until 2027, extending its development timeline. The studio, celebrated for creating immersive and atmospheric titles

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Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor

Amazon says it now has enough satellites operating in low-Earth orbit to light up its Starlink internet competitor. With last night's launch, Amazon Leo has 396 satellites deployed, which is "enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes," according to Chris Weber, VP heading up business and product…

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OpenAI ‘in early talks to give 5% stake to US government’

  • OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to U.S. government as mechanism to share AI economic benefits with the public
  • Proposal involves other major AI companies and would require Congressional approval; remains conceptual and early-stage
  • Reflects government pressure on AI sector amid growing debate over wealth distribution from artificial intelligence

CEO Sam Altman argued move would share benefits of AI and it would involve other firms doing similar, report saysBusiness live – latest updatesOpenAI is reportedly in early stage talks to give a 5% stake in the ChatGPT developer to the US government as artificial intelligence companies attempt…

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Italian Tech Turnaround Firm Bending Spoons Debuts on Nasdaq at $18B Valuation, Surging 40%

  • Bending Spoons IPO'd on Nasdaq at ~$18B valuation with shares surging 40% in first-day trading
  • The Italian firm specializes in acquiring and operationally revamping struggling legacy internet brands including AOL, Evernote, and Meetup
  • Founders credit success to strategic discipline and lessons learned from prior startup failures, rather than luck

Bending Spoons, a Milan-based investment company, launched its initial public offering on Nasdaq and saw shares climb 40% on its first day of trading, closing at $40.50. The $18B IPO represents a major milestone for a fi

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