Cloudsmith tackles artifact complexity with observability suite

Cloudsmith is launching an observability suite that promises to improve artifact management by offering detailed insights into usage, security, and compliance. In today’s software development environment, dependencies are vast and intersecting—spanning open-source libraries, third-party packages, and proprietary code. With open-source components comprising over 90% of modern applications and codebases typically featuring around 500 direct and… …

Raspberry Pi launches industrial-grade Compute Module 5

Raspberry Pi has unveiled Compute Module 5 (CM5), a modular variant of its flagship single-board computer. The CM5 represents a significant advancement in the company’s industrial and embedded computing offerings, featuring a 2.4GHz quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 CPU and VideoCore VII GPU with support for OpenGL ES 3.1 and Vulkan 1.3. This latest iteration maintains… …

Google releases Android 16 Developer Preview 1

Google has debuted the first Android 16 Developer Preview, offering developers an early look at the next major version of its OS. Designed exclusively for developers, this initial release enables early development, testing, and the collection of feedback. As to be expected with preliminary builds, the Android system and the apps running on this version… …

Microsoft plans to prevent another CrowdStrike-like security breakdown

Microsoft is launching a new Windows Resiliency Initiative to tighten security, enhance reliability, and protect system integrity. The intention is to prevent issues like the CrowdStrike incident from happening again, while giving users more flexibility without requiring admin privileges. The initiative also includes tighter controls for risky applications and drivers, as well as improved personal… …

DevOps and the importance of shift-left security

You’re moving a million miles a minute, adopting new technologies like containers, serverless, and Kubernetes while automating everything under the sun. DevOps has transformed how your teams build, test, and deploy applications. But in your rush to release faster and more frequently, security often gets left in the dust. New cloud security issues emerge with… …

Google plans to merge Chrome OS and Android

Google is reportedly aiming to merge its desktop-based Chrome OS entirely into Android. This ambitious transition is designed primarily to enhance the experience for Android tablet users. Earlier this year, Google announced its intention to incorporate elements of Android’s code into Chrome OS. Specifically, Google highlighted plans to utilise portions of the Android Linux kernel… …

Kingfisher plc builds a better developer experience with GitLab

Kingfisher plc, the home improvement giant behind brands like B&Q and Screwfix, is taking steps to improve how its developers work. The company has been using GitLab to shake up its software development process, focusing on security, streamlining tools, and automating repetitive tasks. The ultimate goal? To make life easier for its teams while delivering… …

Linux Kernel 6.12: Real-time capabilities, hardware boosts, and more

Linux Kernel 6.12 has been released, a Long-Term Support (LTS) version guaranteed to receive updates and support until 2026. Kernel 6.12 boasts a range of new features and improvements across various areas, including real-time computing, hardware support, networking, and file systems. “No strange surprises this last week, so we’re sticking to the regular release schedule,… …

Enterprise document management: The backbone of digital transformation

The evolution of document management began in 1898, and since Edwin Grenville Seibels invented the vertical file system, it has evolved. Today, the Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM) defines document management as the software that controls and organises documents throughout an organisation. The importance of managing information and improving operational efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance… …