NVIDIA’s Linux display driver 590.44 beta raises the Wayland requirement to 1.20 and fixes incorrect DPI reporting.

TLP 1.9 adds a new profiles daemon and a dedicated power-saver mode, expanding Linux power-management capabilities for laptops.

VLC 3.0.22 media player adds a dark palette option, Qt6 build support, Windows ARM64 builds, and the largest set of security fixes in the 3.0 series.

WordPress 6.9 “Gene” introduces block-level Notes, faster editing tools, refined dashboard navigation, and the new Abilities API.

Let’s Encrypt begins a multi-year transition to shorter certificate validity, moving from 90-day to 45-day certificates.

AlmaLinux forms a Media & Entertainment SIG to address ecosystem disruptions and deliver a reliable Linux base for modern studio pipelines.

Linux 6.18 is now listed as the new long-term support kernel, officially joining the LTS line on kernel.org for extended maintenance.

Alpine Linux 3.23 introduces kernel 6.18, GCC 15, updated desktops, and package updates across the system.

OpenDocument Format 1.4 is now an approved OASIS Standard, bringing new accessibility, security, and formatting improvements while preserving full compatibility.

Proxmox Backup Server 4.1 adds kernel 6.17, ZFS 2.3, Debian 13.2, and major S3 backend improvements.

Proxmox releases Datacenter Manager 1.0 with centralized control, unified dashboards, and multi-cluster management for VE and Backup Server.

Raspberry Pi OS adds safe USB HDD/NVMe eject, a new Alt-F2 run dialog in Labwc, and multiple stability fixes in its December update.

Linus Torvalds shares stories and views about Linux in a detailed conversation with YouTube host Linus Sebastian from Linus Tech Tips.

Calibre 8.16 adds AI book discussions, new recommendation tools, and support for local LM Studio models in a feature-packed update.

Open-source terminal Ghostty moves under Hack Club’s non-profit umbrella, ensuring stability and mission-driven stewardship.

The TUXEDO Gemini 17 Gen4 launches as an affordable Linux desktop replacement with an i9-14900HX, RTX 5070 Ti, and a 240Hz QHD display.

MinIO ends active development on its open-source offering and directs users toward the paid AIStor platform for ongoing features and support.

Jolla launches its new Linux phone with a €99 refundable pre-order, aiming for 2,000 backers to begin production by early 2026.

PeaZip 10.8 debuts an archive preview overhaul, upgraded RAR and TAR handling, and improved tools for inspecting items inside archives.

The new OBS Studio 32.0.3 hotfix resolves crashes triggered by shutdown events and canvas removal, improving smoother operation.

Fastfetch 2.56, the system information tool, enhances config loading, adds NUMA node detection, and broadens hardware and OS support.