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CodeQL expands analysis for modern development stacks
Static code analysis is most useful when it aligns with the languages, frameworks, and patterns that development teams actually use. The new CodeQL release extends that alignment with support for recent versions of Swift, .NET, and C#, alongsid…
Critical vulnerability in React Server Components, developer urges immediate update
A critical vulnerability has been found in recent versions of Meta’s React Server Components. The company is asking users of the software to update immediately to a patched version. The flaw is rated 10/10. It concerns CVE-2025-55182, which al…
Microsoft to acquire developer platform GitHub
Microsoft is acquiring the popular developer platform GitHub. An agreement was reached recently. There had long been rumors about acquisition talks between Microsoft and GitHub. Through this website, developers share source code and keep track…
Mozilla invests in German privacy browser Cliqz
Mozilla is investing an as-yet undisclosed amount in Cliqz, the developer of the privacy browser of the same name. The companies want to bring the browser, currently focused on Germany, to other countries as well. Cliqz is currently available …
BitTorrent builds cloud-free chat service
Peer-to-peer service BitTorrent is responding to the demand for encrypted chatting and is building a cloud-free chat service. The alpha can now be tested. BitTorrent is experimenting with a new encrypted chat service. The company that became f…
Oracle to patch Java vulnerability on short notice
Oracle may release a patch for Java 7 as early as Tuesday to close serious security vulnerabilities. Oracle is reportedly working on a Java 7 patch that would be part of a major security update on Tuesday fixing a total of 86 vulnerabilities. …
Mozilla Debuts Firefox OS
A designer of Mozilla’s Firefox OS has unveiled several screenshots of the new mobile operating system. Early next year, the OS is set to debut on mobile devices. Mozilla designer Robert Nyman has shared screenshots of the design of the forthc…
Google is working on MySQL support in App Engine
Google’s cloud computing service App Engine will give developers the ability to set up a relational database. The database software is based on, and compatible with, the widely used MySQL database. At the moment, a small number of developers c…
Apple and Microsoft boast about HTML5
The battle over HTML5 specifications—and who supports them best—is in full swing. Both Safari and Internet Explorer 9 are being held up as “shining examples” in this area. Competitors are angry. Both Apple and Microsoft have cranked up the pro…