fosserytech (@fosserytech@social.linux.pizza)
FOSS NEWS
Proton 2026 spring and summer roadmaps:
https://proton.me/blog/2026-spring-summer-roadmaps
(Being able to send email via external providers is interesting, it's like what they already have with aliases via the SimpleLogin integration. It can potentially be useful for those migrating over from Gmail.)
(As for the Lumo AI SDK, it sounds a bit like Proton wants to be Google 2.0 and be embedded into every website, which can potentially give them the power for cross-site tracking if they ever become an "evil corporation". I mean, they already handed over user data to some authorities...)
Bitwarden CLI was compromised as part of an ongoing Checkmarx-related supply chain attack:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/bitwarden-cli-was-compromised-as-part-of-an-ongoing-checkmarx-related-supply-chain-attack/
Firefox 150 brings Linux emoji picker, PDF page ordering + more:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2026/04/firefox-150-features
Firefox 151 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing with Improved Settings:
https://9to5linux.com/firefox-151-is-now-available-for-public-beta-testing-with-improved-settings
Firefox brings its 'Shake to Summarise' AI feature to iPhone users in the UK:
https://betanews.com/article/firefox-brings-its-shake-to-summarise-ai-feature-to-iphone-users-in-the-uk/
Mozilla Thunderbird 150 Brings Support for Generating Unobtrusive Signatures:
https://9to5linux.com/mozilla-thunderbird-150-brings-support-for-generating-unobtrusive-signatures
Brave introduces site-specific Shred button and Auto Shred on Android:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/brave-introduces-site-specific-shred-button-and-auto-shred-on-android/
Midori 11.7 launches MidoriVPN, real-time translation, PDF editing:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/midori-11-7-launches-midorivpn-real-time-translation-pdf-editing/
GIMP 3.2.4 released with fresh set of bug fixes:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2026/04/gimp-3-2-4-bug-fix-update
Threema 7.1 brings liquid glass design and UI improvements to iOS:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/threema-7-1-brings-liquid-glass-design-and-ui-improvements-to-ios/
BleachBit 6.0 Introduces New Cookie Manager, Improves Browser Cleaning:
https://9to5linux.com/bleachbit-6-0-introduces-new-cookie-manager-improves-browser-cleaning
OsmAnd 5.3 for Android adds astronomy plugin, 3D buildings, globe view, new widgets & more:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/4/osmand-5-3-for-android-adds-astronomy-plugin-3d-buildings-globe-view-new-widgets-and-more/
(more FOSS news in comments)
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chewie (@chewie@mammut.gogreenit.net)
@annabonnie gave a good talk about getting children engaged with #OpenSource software with a project to build things for older kids, and an illustrated story for younger ones.
The #Gouvernent #Français took the content and made audiobooks, a film and games to play!
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Arint (@Arint@arint.info)
RT @itsolelehmann: Wie stark sind die Frontier-Labs geschädigt, wenn die chinesischen Open-Source-Modelle so nah herankommen, dass es für den durchschnittlichen Verbraucher oder das durchschnittliche Unternehmen keinen großen Unterschied mehr macht? Ist dies eine reale Bedrohung? Oder ist das übertrieben?
mehr auf Arint.info
#ChinesischeTechnologie #FrontierLabs #KI #KünstlicheIntelligenz #OpenSource #TechnologieTrends #arint_info
https://x.com/itsolelehmann/status/2047625358757765280#m
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conansysadmin (@conansysadmin@mstdn.social)
Like the traps at the temple of the Snake Cult, these foul spinning platters are the greatest barrier to rapid movement. #Linux #OpenSource https://cromwell-intl.com/open-source/performance-tuning/disks.html?s=mc
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gsverrisson (@gsverrisson@social.vivaldi.net)
I deleted the #Windows partition from my laptop yesterday 😀 I have been working on this for a while and now feel confident I can do everything I want or need on my #Ubuntu #Linux environment.
This includes, video editing in #Kdenlive, programming, everyday browsing, dabble with music with #Reaper, play games on #Steam etc.
I did hit a snag Friday while updating to 26.04 LTS where #Cinnamon did not work, apparently due to the move to #Wayward. I did try the experimental version and several suggested workarounds but nothing worked for me. Now I am using Ubuntu desktop (#Gnome) with ArcMenu and Dash to Panel and I am liking it. I doubt I will go back to Cinnamon, even though a fix will likely be available in the next few months.
I have tried several Linux distros through the years starting with Ubuntu around the time it came out, but have mostly kept to Windows. Now I am back to Ubuntu (after considering #LinuxMint which I run on a another, older hardware) and I am exclusively (at home) on Linux and it feels awesome. Pretty incredible bang for the buck (Linux being free :-) ) and I love the idea of #OpenSource and I am surprised every day to find more incredible #OSS projects.
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forumuu (@forumuu@nerdculture.de)
KDE Plasma (Kubuntu)
Mehrere Kubuntu 26.04 Installation frieren ein
https://forum.ubuntuusers.de/topic/mehrere-kubuntu-26-04-installation-frieren-ein/
26.04.2026 um 11:47 Uhr
#ubuntuusers #forumuu #linux #opensource #fragenistmenschlich #kubuntu #kde #desktop #kdeplasma
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forumuu (@forumuu@nerdculture.de)
System einrichten und verwalten
Bootprozess extrem verlangsamt
https://forum.ubuntuusers.de/topic/bootprozess-extrem-verlangsamt/
26.04.2026 um 11:46 Uhr
#ubuntuusers #forumuu #linux #opensource #fragenistmenschlich #Konfiguration #einrichten #Benutzerverwaltung
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techwire (@techwire@social.gamefan.net)
Gemini for Android Auto reverting to Assistant in bizarre bug, Google is aware
Vehicles with Gemini for Android Auto are reverting back to an outdated Google Assistant due to a strange bug after updating to the latest version. more…
https://9to5google.com/2026/04/24/gemini-reverting-to-google-assistant-android-auto-bug/
#Tech #Technology #TechNews #AI #Gadgets #Software #Cybersecurity #Apple #Google #Microsoft #Startup #OpenSource #9to5Google [9to5Google]
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Analyst207 (@Analyst207@mastodon.social)
Cal.com Shifts Away From Open Source Amid AI-Driven Security Concerns
Cal.com is ditching open source, citing AI-driven security risks that make transparent code a liability. Its CEO claims open source is dead, as AI tools empower attackers to exploit published code like never before.
#OpenSource #ProprietaryLicensing #Agpl30 #AidrivenSecurity #EmergingThreats
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linuxeasy (@linuxeasy@mastodon.uno)
BleachBit 6.0 porta più controllo su cache e cookie 🔐 #Linux #Privacy #OpenSource #Cleaning #Windows #Software
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sustainrelease (@sustainrelease@mastodon.social)
If you're into creative work and #opensource you might want to check out MABarbe's talk on "The State of #LibreGraphics" from this week's @lgm. It summarizes recent developments of large projects like @GIMP, @krita, @kdenlive or @inkscape, but also references more specialized initiatives like @penpot, #Hyper8, #Pexieditor, #Tixl, @friction or @Coollab. The #LGM26 site has a list of the mentioned projects, available via https://libregraphicsmeeting.org/2026/projects/
Check out the video here:
https://media.ccc.de/v/lgm-2026-110659-state-of-libre-graphics
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radwebhosting (@radwebhosting@mastodon.social)
Install and Run #Apache Answer on #Ubuntu #VPS This article provides a guide for how to install and run Apache Answer on Ubuntu VPS.
What is Apache Answer?
Apache Answer is a Q&A platform that helps teams build communities and share knowledge. It can be used as a help center, community forum, or knowledge management platform. Apache Answer is open source and incubates at Apache Incubator.
Prerequisites
This guide ...
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