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Java 23 Release Candidate Introduces Key Previews, Drops String Templates

Java Development Kit (JDK) 23 has reached the release candidate stage, marking its next step toward general availability on September 17, 2024. The upcoming non-LTS (Long Term Support) release, with only six months of official support from Oracle, finalizes a dozen new features designed to enhance Java’s functionality.

ACI Worldwide Collaborates with Red Hat to Enhance Cloud-Based Payment Services

Real-time payments software provider ACI Worldwide is partnering with Red Hat to expand its Enterprise Payments Platform, the two companies announced today. This partnership will allow ACI’s platform to be deployed across any cloud infrastructure using Red Hat OpenShift, the companies said.

Salesforce Adds Data Cloud Capabilities to Sandbox Environments

Salesforce announces that developers can now build, test, and deploy Data Cloud-powered applications within their existing sandbox environments, a development aimed at streamlining the software development process and reducing operational risks.

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Report Reveals Expanding Use of Game Engines Beyond Gaming

Development and DevOps solutions provider Perforce Software has released its annual "State of Game Development" report, which this year highlights a growing trend: game development technology being utilized beyond its traditional gaming roots.

As .NET 6 Support Ends, Security Risks Emerge

Many Visual Studio developers are looking forward to the debut of .NET 9 in November, but they should also be aware of a potential security issue with .NET 6, which will reach end of support at the same time and could leave apps vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks.

Azul Claims Mass Migration from Oracle Java Amid Rising Costs and Licensing Concerns

Java solutions vendor Azul releases findings from its first annual Oracle Alternatives Survey, which asserts that 86% of enterprises are migrating from Oracle Java.

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BMW Group Joins Eclipse Foundation’s Software Defined Vehicle Working Group

The BMW Group officially joins the Eclipse Foundation’s Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) Working Group as a strategic member, enhancing global collaboration on open-source software for modern vehicles. The SDV Working Group aims to develop open-source technologies for automotive applications.

MongoDB Launches AI Applications Program to Accelerate Enterprise AI Integration

MongoDB launches the MongoDB AI Applications Program (MAAP), an initiative aiming to empower organizations to harness the rapidly advancing capabilities of AI. The program offers a comprehensive suite of resources, including reference architectures, a complete technology stack with integrations from leading providers, and professional services to help businesses swiftly develop and deploy AI applications.

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CrowdStrike Apologizes, Blames Flaw in Testing Software for Faulty Update that Took Down Millions of Windows Systems

Security firm CrowdStrike has revealed that a flaw in its testing software led to a faulty update, causing more than 8.5 million Windows systems to crash last week. In a blog post published today, the Austin-based company provided more details on the incident, which resulted in flight cancellations and disruptions to public services, including 911 systems.

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Eclipse Foundation Releases Open-Source Theia IDE

After seven years in development, the Eclipse Foundation's Theia IDE project is now generally available, emerging from beta to challenge Microsoft’s similar Visual Studio Code editor.

Java Retains Strong Position Despite C++ Surge in TIOBE Index for June 2024

The TIOBE Index update for June 2024 revealed significant shifts in the programming landscape, with C++ surpassing C for the first time in history. But Java held its own in fourth place.

Docker's 2024 State of Application Development Report Highlights Key Trends for Developers

Docker, Inc., just publishes its '2024 State of Application Development Report.' This year's edition paints a vivid picture of current trends and challenges derived from the experiences and insights of more than 1,300 developers.

Red Hat Updates OpenShift AI Platform

Red Hat announces updates to its OpenShift AI hybrid AI and machine learning platform built on Red Hat OpenShift.

JetBrains Launches 'Aqua' Test Automation IDE

JetBrains officially launches "Aqua," the first IDE specifically designed for test automation. It's a revolutionary tool aimed at streamlining the testing process for software development teams.

Red Hat OpenShift Now Available on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Red Hat OpenShift is now generally available on Oracle Cloud. This new service is a continuation of the partnership between Red Hat and Oracle, which started with Red Hat Enterprise Linux being certified to run on OCI bare metal and Oracle VMware Cloud Solution workloads.

New MLflow Plugin Directs Artifact Storage to JFrog Artifactory

JFrog announces a new machine learning (ML) lifecycle integration with MLflow, the open-source platform from Databricks.

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JetBrains Rolls Out 2024.1 Updates of its Suite of IDEs

JetBrains announces the 2024.1 update of its suite of IDEs, introducing an advanced full-line autocompletion feature that runs on local AI models.

Google Cloud Unveils Vertex AI Agent Builder for GenAI Agent Development

Google Cloud announces Vertex AI Agent Builder, a new tool that consolidates Vertex AI Search and Conversation products, enhancing the developer's toolbox for generative AI agent development.

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Cloudflare Expands Dev Tools Suite to Simplify Full-stack Management

Cloudflare announces an expansion of its development tools suite, introducing four new products designed to simplify full-stack management for developers.

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Microsoft Teams to See Copilot Enhancements

Microsoft is enhancing user interaction with Copilot in Microsoft Teams, introducing several new features optimized based on user feedback.