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NVIDIA Releases Linux Driver 590.48.01 With Wayland and Vulkan Fixes

NVIDIA Releases Linux Driver 590.48 With Wayland and Vulkan Fixes

OnDecember 18, 2025

NVIDIA’s Linux driver 590.48 debuts as a New Feature Branch release with Wayland fixes, Vulkan performance improvements, and updated platform requirements.

Systemd 259 Released With Major Changes Ahead of Legacy SysV Removal

OnDecember 18, 2025
UpdatedJune 14, 2026

The systemd v259 release makes journald persistent by default, drops TPM 1.2 support, and fully transitions networking components to nftables.

Flatpak 1.16.2 Adds Reinstall Support for Bundle Installations

OnDecember 17, 2025

Flatpak 1.16.2, a universal app delivery framework for Linux, introduces reinstall support for bundle installs, Intel Xe VA-API enablement, and multiple stability and security fixes.

Opus 1.6 Audio Codec Released With 96 kHz Audio and ML Improvements

OnDecember 17, 2025

Opus 1.6 open-source audio codec introduces 96 kHz Opus HD support, ML-based bandwidth extension, improved redundancy, and more.

VLC 3.0.23 Media Player Released With Windows Fixes and Security Updates

OnDecember 17, 2025
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VLC 3.0.23 media player is out with Windows-focused fixes, OpenGL improvements, better image handling, and additional security updates.

Mozilla’s New Leadership Will Prioritize Transparent AI and User Control

OnDecember 17, 2025
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Mozilla CEO Anthony Enzor-DeMeo says Firefox will evolve into a modern AI browser while keeping privacy and clarity at the forefront.

OpenShot 3.4 Released With Performance Gains and New Video Effects

OnDecember 16, 2025

OpenShot 3.4 video editor delivers a 32% performance boost, new video effects, faster exports, and an experimental timeline aimed at smoother, more reliable editing.