Open Source

Asahi Linux advances M3 support and migrates bootloader to Rust

24 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

The Asahi Linux project has released an update detailing ongoing efforts to support Apple's M3 chips, while announcing the migration of its m1n1 bootloader to the Rust programming language. Developers continue reverse-engineering Apple's hardware amid challenges like GPU acceleration and power management. This progress builds on stable features for earlier M1 and M2 devices.

Valkey 9.0 releases with improved real-time performance

22 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

The Linux Foundation has announced Valkey 9.0, an open-source project that establishes a new standard for real-time performance. Designed for speed, scale, and reliability, the update represents a key milestone in community-driven innovation.

Fedora Linux 43 released with major updates

28 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

The Fedora Project has released Fedora Linux 43 on October 28, 2025, featuring the Linux 6.17 kernel and a Wayland-only GNOME 49 desktop. This version introduces the Anaconda WebUI installer as default across editions and upgrades to RPM 6.0 for enhanced security. It supports x86_64 and AArch64 architectures, with upgrades available for existing users.

Canonical launches academy for Ubuntu certifications

23 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

Canonical has announced the Canonical Academy, offering new official certifications for Ubuntu Linux skills. The initiative allows users to demonstrate their expertise through structured exams. It remains unclear if successful participants receive a fun animal name, a nod to Ubuntu's naming tradition.

Linux Foundation promotes Open Source Leadership track at OSSummit Japan

The Linux Foundation is highlighting the Open Source Leadership track at OSSummit Japan, scheduled for December 8-10 in Tokyo. The track focuses on strategies for implementing, investing in, and fostering innovation through open source. Interested participants can view details and register via provided links.

Servo's demo browser adds experimental mode and performance improvements

The Servo web engine's demo browser has introduced an experimental mode along with additional performance enhancements. These updates are highlighted in the September 2025 report from Phoronix. The changes aim to improve functionality and efficiency in this open-source project.

Asahi Linux achieves basic boot on Apple M3 chips

The Asahi Linux project has made progress in porting Linux to Apple's M3 chip series through reverse-engineering. Developers report that the system now reaches a basic boot state with a blinking cursor, indicating initial CPU and peripheral support. However, advanced features like GPU acceleration remain under development.