Zen Browser has released its latest stable version, 1.17.1b, addressing several key issues that had been affecting user experience. The update resolves problems such as collapsed tabs not expanding fully, incorrect display of warnings for unsigned extensions, compact mode becoming stuck, and a border appearing at the top of the window. Additionally, minor bug fixes and improvements have been incorporated into version 1.17.1b to further enhance usability and efficiency. From a design perspective, this release introduces visual updates that give control centers on Linux and Windows systems a 'flat' appearance that is more in line with their native aesthetics.
A new update, version 0.209.5, has been released for Zed, a high-performance code editor that offers improved performance, AI capabilities, language support, and bug fixes. The update includes various enhancements such as faster startup speeds, reduced micro-stutters during project search, and improved support for detecting test runners in different languages. Additionally, the update addresses several performance-related issues and bug fixes, including problems with collaboration panel labels, environment variable capture, and ligature formation on macOS. Overall, this release represents a significant improvement in user experience and functionality for Zed users, with enhanced language support and collaboration tools.
A new version of Ungoogled Chromium has been released, offering users a lightweight browser that prioritizes security, privacy, and customization options. Built upon the latest Chromium release (141.0.7390.122), Ungoogled Chromium aims to eliminate reliance on Google services while maintaining a standard interface experience for users. The browser introduces various features such as disabling Google-related functionality, blocking internal requests, and providing customization options through command-line switches and chrome://flags entries. By offering these features, Ungoogled Chromium aims to provide users with a more private and secure browsing experience while minimizing dependence on Google services.
ISC has released BIND 9.18.41, 9.20.15, and 9.21.14 with significant updates addressing security vulnerabilities and improving performance. The updates include important fixes for three serious problems: CVE-2025-8677, which is a flaw that can cause the system to run out of resources because of incorrect handling of DNSKEY; CVE-2025-40778, which is a problem that lets attackers put fake data into the cache; and CVE-202 If left unpatched, these vulnerabilities could lead to significant performance degradation, denial-of-service for legitimate clients, and potential resolution issues for future queries.
Zen Browser has released version 1.17b, which includes several improvements and updates that enhance user experience and performance. A key feature in this release is a unified panel that consolidates site-related information into a single interface, decluttering the address bar. Additionally, the browser features improved animations, a new "Copy current page URL" button for enhanced privacy, and an updated visual aesthetic inspired by macOS Tahoe. The release also addresses several issues, including performance improvements on macOS with window transparency enabled and fixes related to compact mode.
VSCodium has released its latest platform iteration, version 1.105.17075. This update includes an enhanced Copilot feature, which uses a more precise approach by leveraging the disableAIFeatures setting for improved functionality. The development team has also made adjustments to the build dependencies, upgrading the actions/setup-node package from version 5 to 6.
Ruby on Rails 8.1.0 has been released with numerous updates aimed at improving its functionality, usability, and performance. The release includes changes such as removing deprecated methods, preserving system local time when using the to_time method, and enhancements to testing, Active Support, ActiveRecord, PostgreSQL, Action View, and Action Pack. These updates aim to improve the overall performance and maintainability of Rails applications, making them more efficient and secure. Additionally, several new features have been added, including support for multiple databases, parallel test databases, and improved error handling in PostgreSQL.
The latest versions of PHP, including 8.3.27, 8.4.14, and 8.5.0 RC3, have been released with numerous improvements and bug fixes to the language. PHP 8.3.27 addresses important problems such as object property loading issues and severe timeouts with Zend's maximum execution timer, while also including various improvements in CLI, Curl, and other areas. PHP 8.4.15 shares many of the same bug fixes as 8.3.27 but also includes remedies for macro name clash and Docker image issues. PHP 8.5.0 RC3 introduces a new function called str_contains and fixes several JIT compilation-related issues, in addition to addressing other problems such as accessing uninitialized variables and assertion errors.
AMD has released a technology preview of its ROCm 7.9.0 release, marking the beginning of a new build and release infrastructure system called TheRock. This release introduces several foundational changes, including ManyLinux_2_28 compliance, architecture-specific Python packages, and a slimmed-down SDK, as well as an open release process and predictable 6-week release cadence. The supported hardware includes AMD Instinct MI350 Series GPUs, MI300 Series GPUs and APUs, Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 300 Series APUs, and Ryzen AI Max 300 Series APUs, with limited operating system support for now.
TThe second development snapshot for Godot 4.6 has been released, featuring over 300 improvements and enhancements that address long-awaited requests from developers. Notable additions include the ability to build Godot as a library, an ObjectDB Profiler tool for debugging, and automatic mesh Level of Detail (LOD) using component pruning. Other significant features include HDR support with blended glow before tonemapping, rotation visualization and snapping in the 3D Viewport, and various improvements to the GUI, Editor, and Physics engines.
Node.js version 22.21.0 has been released as the latest Long Term Support (LTS) edition, offering a free, open-source, and cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment for creating servers, web applications, command-line tools, and scripts. Notable updates include built-in proxy support for HTTP and HTTPS requests, percentage support for setting maximum old-space size, and enhancements to the HTTP module, such as the shouldUpgradeCallback function for controlling HTTP upgrades. The release also includes various dependency updates, including OpenSSL sources upgraded to version 3.5.4 and npm upgraded to version 10.9.4.
GloriousEggroll has released GE-Proton10-21, a major update to their compatibility layer that brings several significant changes. This release incorporates the latest development version of Wine and the current state of DXVK and VKD3D-Proton from their respective Git repositories. Fixes for issues in Black Desert Online (news loading) and Blue Protocol (player count crashing) have also been implemented, along with a restoration of write copy options for Battle.net, Uplay, and EA App that were previously removed. These updates aim to enhance compatibility and provide users with a more stable gaming experience through the use of Wine and its associated components.
The ML4W Dotfiles for Hyprland 2.9.9.3 have been released, offering a comprehensive configuration package designed to deliver a tailored and streamlined experience on the Hyprland desktop. This latest version includes exciting enhancements such as Colloid as the new default icon set, a revamped theme with a contemporary look, and a reduced border size for a cleaner appearance. Additionally, users can now activate Walker as a system-wide launcher for convenient access to various applications, with optional enablement through the dotfiles configuration page. The default wallpaper has also been updated to provide a visually stunning backdrop for the desktop environment.
A new release candidate, Exim 4.99-RC4, has been made available for testing on Unix systems connected to the Internet. This message transfer agent (MTA) offers flexibility and capabilities for checking incoming messages, with a distinct configuration process compared to other MTAs like Sendmail. The latest version includes several key updates, including fixes for transport crashes, new features such as the sieve_inbox option and JSON lookup support, security enhancements, and additional delivery log line elements. Users are encouraged to test the software thoroughly and provide feedback before Exim 4.99 becomes officially available.
VSCodium, a development community-driven project, has released version 1.105.17017 with minor updates. This release reflects the collective efforts and input from its contributors, aiming to improve user experience. A key improvement in this latest release is a crucial fix for Copilot functionality. The fix addresses a critical issue that had been affecting users by adding an installed condition to all actions or menus related to Copilot.
VSCodium version 1.105.16999 has been released, resulting from a collaborative effort by the community to select free binaries and default settings that meet their needs. The update includes several key changes, including the removal of Copilot UI elements through pull request #2560. Additionally, pull requests #2534 and #2562 have improved telemetry documentation and enabled the ability to disable broken features, respectively. Pull request #2561 also addressed an issue with incorrect binary names in this new release.
PeaZip 10.7.0 has been released with significant improvements in error-handling capabilities and enhanced file preview functionality for archives. This free file archiver utility supports over 200 archive types, encryption standards, and file hashing techniques, making it an excellent alternative to proprietary software such as WinZip and WinRar. PeaZip boasts cross-platform support on multiple architectures, including x86-64 and Apple Silicon, with strong security features like two-factor authentication and secure deletion capabilities. The new release also includes improved file manager capabilities, integrated text and image viewer tools, and extensive code refactoring for maintainability and readability.
LACT 0.8.2 has been released as a powerful Linux-based GPU control application that allows users to manage and monitor AMD, Nvidia, or Intel graphics processing units on a Linux system. The software features detailed information about the user's GPU, real-time performance monitoring, customizable charts, and export options for GPU metrics to OpenTelemetry-compatible servers. LACT 0.8.2 has introduced several new features and improvements, including automatic profile switching, enhanced UI design, and support for multiple GPUs with customizable primary selection. The software is now fully translated into several languages and includes various bug fixes that address issues with power cap reporting on Intel systems and improve overall performance.
Wine Staging version 10.17 has been released, offering an enhanced experience for running Windows applications on Linux systems through experimental features and patches. This new iteration is built upon a code rebase of the latest Wine development release (version 10.17) and incorporates several patchsets to improve performance and compatibility. The added patchsets include wininet-proxy_username, vkd3d-latest, d3drm-starwars, and iccvid_decomp_begin, which address network connectivity, DirectX support, and specific compatibility issues.
The Wine development release 10.17 is now available, featuring several updates and improvements that enhance its compatibility and performance. The Mono engine has been updated to version 10.3.0, providing better support for .NET applications on Wine, while the EGL renderer is now used by default for OpenGL rendering. Additionally, the COMCTL32 module has been split into separate v5 and v6 modules, improving stability, and better support for ANSI ODBC drivers has been added. The release also includes 17 bug fixes that address various issues related to crashes, performance problems, and compatibility issues.
