Mozilla to Require Data-Collection Disclosure in All New Firefox Extensions
Starting November 3, all new Firefox extensions must declare whether they collect or share user data, ensuring greater transparency for users.
Linux & Open Source News
Explore the latest updates from the Linux and Open Source ecosystem. Find out about the newest distributions, software releases, and community-driven projects making headlines.
Fedora Plans to Block Unsigned RPM Packages by Default
Fedora developers propose enforcing RPM signature checks by default in Fedora 44, pending FESCo review and approval.
Asahi Linux Brings Apple Silicon Improvements in the Linux 6.17 Cycle
Linux kernel 6.17 merges essential Asahi patches, improving reboot handling, GPU support, and device compatibility for Apple Macs.
Pangolin Reverse Proxy Moves to Dual Licensing With New Enterprise Edition
The open-source Pangolin tunneled reverse proxy adopts dual licensing, adding a paid Enterprise tier with premium support and features.
DietPi 9.18 Adds NanoPi R3S, R76S, and M5 Support
DietPi 9.18 adds support for NanoPi R3S, R76S, and M5, plus a redesigned dashboard with better security and TLS enabled by default.
Fedora Opens the Door to AI Tools, Demands Disclosure and Oversight
The Fedora Council greenlights the use of AI in open-source projects but keeps contributors fully responsible for the results.
Valkey 9.0 In-Memory Data Store Brings Atomic Slot Migrations, Clustered Databases
Valkey 9.0 in-memory data store debuts atomic slot migrations, cluster-wide databases, and major throughput boosts for modern workloads.
Fedora-based Ultramarine Linux 42 Released with WSL GPU Acceleration
The Fedora-based Ultramarine Linux 42 lands with WSL GPU support, while the Terra repo gets faster builds and improved performance.
AlmaLinux 10.1 Adds Native Btrfs Filesystem Support
The upcoming AlmaLinux 10.1 will introduce native Btrfs support, bringing snapshotting, compression, and advanced data protection features.
MinIO Again Under Fire for Source-Only Decision
MinIO sparks new controversy by ending binary releases for its Community Edition, leaving users to build from source.