A flurry of major updates to six leading Linux distributions in January 2026 marks a turning point for open-source operating systems. From radical desktop improvements to hardware support changes, here’s what every user needs to know.
This episode of Hackaday Podcast exposes the cutting edge of nano-scale 3D printing, explores the cultural shock of leaving Windows, and questions whether 'vibe coding' is threatening the spirit of open source.
ReactOS, the open-source Windows XP clone, marks 30 years of development in 2024. Investigate its unlikely survival, technical milestones, and the new relevance it seeks in a changing digital world.
Free software is quietly transforming the cloud and AI industries, granting organizations unprecedented speed and flexibility—but also introducing new security and privacy challenges. Discover how the biggest players are leveraging open source to stay ahead in a high-stakes technological arms race.
Tsurugi Linux, born in Italy, has become a global powerhouse in digital forensics and incident response. This investigative feature explores its open source philosophy, technical arsenal, and growing influence among law enforcement and cybersecurity professionals.
2025 marked a turning point for open source: the myth of 'free forever' is over. Exhausted maintainers, failed licensing experiments, and new governance tensions signal the urgent need for sustainable funding models.
AI-powered vibe coding is quietly undermining the open source ecosystem, reducing engagement, increasing bugs, and threatening the future of community-driven software.
A budget smart ring, the Colmi R02, is being transformed by hackers into a wearable MIDI music controller, thanks to its open firmware and built-in sensors.
A deep dive into the Raspberry Pi’s overlooked power consumption flaw, and how one maker’s open-source solution could change the game for battery-powered projects.
A new DIY e-ink macropad is reshaping how hackers and power users control their digital worlds—combining tactile keys, dynamic displays, and custom code for ultimate productivity.