The modern internet is built on open systems. From the Linux kernel powering servers worldwide to the protocols that govern data exchange, much of today’s digital infrastructure is rooted in transparency, collaboration, and decentralization. These same principles are now influencing a new frontier: financial systems built on blockchain technology.

This article explains why cloud environments introduce new security risks and highlights the need for modern strategies, like IAM, encryption, and continuous monitoring, to protect data, ensure compliance, and prevent breaches.

This article covers “CrackArmor,” critical AppArmor flaws that can allow root access on Linux systems, highlighting the need for urgent patching and stronger layered security.

Intel is hiring Linux graphics engineers to improve GPU drivers, gaming support, and performance across the Linux graphics stack.

AerynOS 2026.02 Alpha brings updated desktops, newer core software, and improved tooling, continuing development of the experimental Linux distribution formerly known as Serpent OS.

Armbian 26.02 introduces Linux 6.18 LTS, new board support, and improved tools, enhancing its lightweight Linux platform for ARM and RISC-V single-board computers.

This article explains Gentoo’s shift from GitHub to Codeberg, highlighting its push for greater independence and alignment with open-source values.

This article recognizes Greg Kroah-Hartman’s European Open Source Award and his crucial role in keeping the Linux kernel stable, secure, and reliable over the long term.

This article explains LKRG, a runtime security module for Linux, and why its 1.0 release is an important step toward stronger, real-time kernel protection.

In this article, we look at how Mozilla’s new official Firefox RPM gives Fedora-style Linux users a faster, upstream-supported way to install and update Firefox without relying on distro packages, Flatpak, or Snap.