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- 1Valve engineer improves older AMD GPU support on LinuxβThe work by Valve's Timur KristΓ³f on improving old AMD GPUs on Linux
Valve engineer Timur KristΓ³f has presented work at XDC 2026 aimed at improving support for older AMD graphics cards in the Linux amdgpu driver. The work is drawing attention in the open-source graphics community, with discussion focused on how the improvements could extend the useful life of aging AMD hardware for Linux users.
- 2Linux 7.3-rc6 released for public testingβ# Linux 7.3-rc6 is now available for public testing at https://www. kernel.org and Linus Torvalds says that "nothing loo
A new weekly release candidate of the Linux kernel, 7.3-rc6, is now available for public testing on kernel.org. Linus Torvalds says nothing looks strange this week, suggesting the development cycle is running smoothly and the final release remains on track. Open source community members are encouraging users and developers to download, test, and report bugs.
- 3Singularity Desktop works on better cross-device connectivityβWorking on a better way of connecting your devices in Singularity Desktop π More info at: sinty.dev # Linux # OpenSource
Developer Mirko Brombin says work is underway on a better way of connecting your devices in Singularity Desktop, a Linux-based open source desktop environment. Details are available at sinty.dev, and the project targets integration across Linux, Windows, Android and iOS. Early reaction is small but positive, with supporters of the open source project welcoming the cross-platform focus.
- 4iPhone setting nearly causes account lockout headacheβ@ monkeydom @ iamkonstantin Thanks! It was set on my # iPhone . π It could've gotten me into a Kafkaesque situation with
A user reports that a setting on their iPhone nearly caused a 'Kafkaesque' lockout from one of their important accounts, describing the experience as questionable UX by closed-platform vendors. They argue it is another reason Linux and free-software advocates should consider moving away from such platforms.
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Search company Kagi has announced it is stopping development of its Orion web browser for Linux, and will release the Linux version's code as open source. The move means Linux users will no longer receive official updates from the company, but the community will be free to continue or fork the browser. Orion, known for its privacy focus and support of Chrome and Firefox extensions, remains under active development on other platforms.
- 6German privacy advocate shares personal IT data protection checklistβMeine IT Datenschutz Liste, π .10.2026 https:// cryptpad.digitalcourage.de/fil e/#/2/file/vNYFpZ9F3xprTB-llnNZ1fXl # Dat
A user associated with Digitalcourage, a German digital rights organisation, has published a personal IT privacy checklist dated October 2026. The encrypted document covers topics including chat control, surveillance, messaging apps, Linux, Windows, Microsoft, and F-Droid, and is tagged with privacy and media literacy hashtags. It offers practical guidance for people seeking to protect their data on smartphones and computers.
- 7Linux News Weekly Wrap-Up Covers Week 40 of 2026βLinuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 40, 2026 (September 28 β October 4)
Linuxiac published its weekly wrap-up covering Linux and open-source news from September 28 to October 4, 2026. The roundup collects the week's key releases, distro updates, and community developments into a single digest for readers who follow the Linux ecosystem.
- 8Gearsystem Sega emulator updated to version 3.9.21βGearsystem: Sega emulator released in version 3.9.21 https:// playingtux.com/en/articles/202 6/10/gearsystem-v3921-relea
The open-source Sega emulator Gearsystem has been released in version 3.9.21, an update of interest to retro gaming fans, particularly those on Linux. Gearsystem emulates Sega's 8-bit consoles, including the Master System and Game Gear, and is popular among players who want to revisit classic Sega titles on modern hardware.
- 9Recommended open source Linux apps highlightedβAre you looking for useful apps among the myriad of free and # OpenSource software in # Linux repositories? These are a
A Linux enthusiast is sharing a short list of personally recommended free and open source applications available in Linux repositories, aimed at users overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices. The suggestions are grouped by how people use their computers, and the post has drawn modest engagement from the free software community.
- 10Community launches OpenCourant fork after OpenRadioss shutdownβ# OpenCourant : # RockyLinux Developers Create Community Fork Of # OpenRadioss Big surprise and unfortunate decision of
Developers associated with the Rocky Linux community have created OpenCourant, a community fork of the open-source crash simulation code OpenRadioss. The move comes in response to Siemens shutting down the four-year-old project, which was originally started by Altair Engineering and built around its Radioss solver. Commenters describe the shutdown as surprising and an unfortunate loss for the open engineering community.
- 11New German-language account shares Linux and free software tipsβHallo :fedi: , Hier geht es um Linux, freie Software und das Terminal. CachyOS, Arch, GRUB, Pacman und was mir sonst noc
A German-speaking contributor has introduced a feed dedicated to Linux, free software and the command line, covering distributions such as CachyOS and Arch along with tools like GRUB and Pacman. The account promises to share everyday experiences, tips and common pitfalls with free and open-source software, inviting others interested in Linux and FOSS to follow along.
- 12Vermouth launcher 2.4.0 released for Linux gamersβVermouth launcher: version 2.4.0 released https:// playingtux.com/en/articles/202 6/10/vermouth-v240-released/ # Linux #
The Vermouth game launcher has released version 2.4.0, an update for the Linux gaming tool that works alongside Wine, Proton and Steam to run games. The release was announced by Linux gaming outlet PlayingTux and picked up modest attention among Linux gaming communities.
- 13Linux Day Milan 2026 programme published onlineβFinalmente online il programma della giornata del Linux Day Milano 2026. Lo trovate alla pagina https:// linuxdaymilano.
The full programme for Linux Day Milan 2026 is now available on the event's schedule page. The free open-source community event is set for Saturday 24 October 2026 at the Trifoglio venue of the Politecnico di Milano, and organisers are inviting the public to attend. Talks and sessions detail are listed on the site for anyone planning their day.
- 14Tux Machines rounds up open source software newsβπ§ Free, Libre, and Open Source Software Leftovers Linux, FOSS, and more π° Source: Tux Machines π Link: https://tuxmachin
Tux Machines has published its regular roundup of free, libre, and open source software news, gathering Linux-related stories and other FOSS developments in one place. The digest is a longstanding aggregator that the open source community uses to keep track of daily Linux and free software coverage.
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