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Linux drops Russian maintainers, CoreBoot nonsense & Snap drivers

Oct 26, 2024
The Linux kernel has made headlines by dropping several Russian maintainers, igniting discussions on compliance and conflict. A laptop reseller's confrontation with Coreboot raises eyebrows. Intel's new beta NPU driver makes its way to the Snap store, with GNOME showcasing significant improvements for hybrid laptops. The episode also touches on a new SPECTRE-like vulnerability affecting modern CPUs, stirring frustration from Linus Torvalds. Exciting advancements in HDR support and game performance round out the tech talk.
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