What the nerds are reading…
This .xyz domain just sold for nearly $95,000
August 18, 2026
Buzz.xyz sold for $94,999 in July, making it a standout .xyz aftermarket sale. The domain is now being used by Block for its Buzz collaboration platform.
Google says AI can help reduce those white contrails behind airplanes
August 18, 2026
Google is putting AI to work in the skies with Operation Blue Skies, a UK-backed trial designed to help thousands of flights avoid creating climate-warming contrails.
GEEKOM turns four Ubuntu Linux Mini PCs into a surprisingly capable local AI cluster
August 17, 2026
GEEKOM has connected four Ubuntu Linux A9 Mega Mini PCs into a local AI cluster powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processors and USB4.
Bitwarden now protects more than 15 million users and 80,000 businesses as credential security needs evolve
August 17, 2026
Bitwarden has surpassed 15 million users and 80,000 businesses worldwide as passwords, passkeys, secrets, and AI agents make identity security increasingly complicated.
Linux 7.2 officially released as Linus Torvalds embraces the new normal
August 16, 2026
Linux 7.2 is officially available. Linus Torvalds released the new kernel despite a busier-than-desired final week that included several late DRM reversals and fixes throughout the kernel.
TUXEDO OS ditches Ubuntu for Debian Testing as Linux distro enters open beta
August 16, 2026
TUXEDO OS is leaving Ubuntu behind and moving to Debian Testing as its permanent foundation. The next generation of the Linux distro is now available as an open beta.
GNOME 51 beta gives Linux users plenty to look forward to
August 16, 2026
GNOME 51 beta is now available, giving Linux users an early look at improvements spanning Shell, Files, Settings, Maps, GTK, Mutter, security, accessibility, and more.
Microsoft reportedly hikes Windows fees and Linux has never been more attractive
August 15, 2026
Microsoft reportedly increased Windows OEM licensing fees by as much as 10 percent. With PC costs already climbing, Linux has never looked more attractive.
Insta360 X6 crams 8K 360 video, Dolby Vision, and AI editing into a $700 camera
August 14, 2026
The Insta360 X6 is a $699.99 flagship 360 camera with 8K50fps recording, larger Sony sensors, Dolby Vision, action-camera modes, and on-device AI editing.
Kubuntu Focus invests $100,000 to make KDE Plasma 6.6 LTS a Windows alternative
August 14, 2026
Kubuntu Focus is committing more than $100,000 to a three-year KDE Plasma 6.6 LTS initiative focused on stability, security updates, and making Linux a more practical alternative to proprietary operating systems.