Redis is known for being a fast and efficient in-memory data store often used for caching, session storage, and real-time data processing. Popular services like GitHub, Snapchat, Netflix, and Pokémon Go use it to manage real-time data, handle caching, improve performance, and ensure quick responses for user interactions.

Last year, they had moved away from open source, opting for a dual-license system with RSALv2 and SSPLv1, which are source-available licenses that don't conform to the Open Source Initiative's (OSI) definition of open source.

A [recent announcement](https://redis.io/blog/agplv3/?ref=news.itsfoss.c

KDE Plasma is a nice desktop environment for people who prefer a traditional desktop layout with a taskbar at the bottom and a Start menu-style application launcher. It's also highly customizable, allowing users to tweak nearly every aspect of the interface.

In contrast to other desktop environments, KDE offers a long-term support release (LTS) of Plasma, where bug fixes and security updates are provided for an extended period, with no new major changes being introduced.

However, that is no longer the case now.

What's Happening: Shared by Nate Graham, a prominent contributor within the KDE community, KDE has decided to **stop working

Formed in 1945 after the second World War, the United Nations (UN) is an international organization tasked with promoting peace, security, and cooperation among countries.

While recent events might make you question if they are effective at what they do, it is good to have a forum where the world's nations can come together to deliberate and vote on critical issues.

Interestingly, CryptPad has now become the preferred platform for collecting form submissions, at least for one of their recent initiatives.

UN Adopts CryptPad: What to Expect?

![UN Ditches Google for Taking Form Submissions, Opts for an Open Source Solution Instead](https://lazysoci.al/api/v3/im

The Swiss-based Proton Mail (partner link) is one of the few privacy-focused encrypted email providers around that doesn't sell user data for profit or advertising purposes. Some countries have sought to ban it, with some successfully doing so.

Sadly, another country has joined the "Governments Allergic to Encrypted Email" list, with a court order in India now seeking a complete ban on Proton Mail.

What's happening: Acting on a petition filed by M Moser Design Associates, Justice M Nag

Usually, when I open a PDF file on my Linux system, I use the default document viewer — Evince, GNOME’s evergreen document viewing app. It’s my go-to because it just works. No weird bugs or unexpected crashes, it gets the job done reliably and without fuss.

However, lately, it has started to feel old. Don't get me wrong, it still works well, but the interface and overall experience feel a little out of date.

That's when I came across GNOME's new document reader app, Papers, which is now the default document viewer on Ubuntu 25.04. It immediately stood out to me because of its clean, modern design, all while staying close to what Evince offered.

There aren't many rolling release distros that are designed for penetration testing, ethical hacking, and digital forensics.

Kali Linux caters to this niche by being a purpose-built distro with a wide arsenal of security tools, allowing cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to perform penetration testing.

The people behind it recently shared an important development that affects all Kali Linux users.

What's Happening: The Kali Linux team has lost access to their previous repository signing key, which was used to verify the authenticity of packages during updates. As a result, in the coming days, **running apt update is going to

SpacemiT are makers of high-performance computing chips based on the RISC-V architecture, with a focus on catering to applications in artificial intelligence, edge computing, and cloud infrastructure.

Recently, they quietly launched a new RISC-V small-board computer (SBC) that aims to deliver some decent AI performance for various edge compute applications.

Let's dive in. 😃

📝 Muse Pi Pro: Key Specifications

Powered by an SpacemiT M1 SoC, the Muse Pi Pro packs in 8 RISC-V cores runni

If you are new around here, then it's important to know that Arch Linux is a lightweight, flexible, rolling release Linux distribution that is known for its simplistic yet power-user-centric approach that has impressed many.

Whereas Windows Subsystem for Linux, or WSL, is a compatibility layer that allows users to run a fully-fledged Linux environment inside a Windows machine without the need for a virtual machine.

A few months ago, we were the first to report that an official Arch Linux image would be coming to W

If you are a Proton Pass user, then you already know that it is one of the best open source password managers around, being readily available for most popular platforms. Since its launch back in 2023, Proton Pass has gained notable market share in the space thanks to its secure, easy-to-use nature.

Earlier this month, Proton had laid out their roadmap for spring, mentioning that many major upgrades were coming to their product lineup.

So, join us as we look at one such upgrade that has just arrived for Proton Pass.

Proton Pass File Attachments: What to Expect?

![You Can Now Attach Files to Your Passwords with Proton Pass](

QEMU has significantly updated its ISC (Instruction set architectures) with many important updates.

This specific update focuses more on boosting the functionality for the next-generation emulation specifically for RISC-V, x86 and ARM64 ISAs.

📋If you are new to ISAs, arm.com states: "An Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) is the language that software uses to talk to computer hardware, defining the commands a processor can understand and execute".

QEMU 10.0: What's New?

For starters, RISC-V adopters will be happy to

If you use AI-based search engines, then you most likely know about Perplexity, the AI-powered search engine designed to provide factual, source-backed answers to its users.

They have been making waves in the AI space alongside the other established outfits like OpenAI, Anthropic, etc., with their upcoming AI-powered web browser, Comet, set to be the next big launch.

It is expected to be a Chromium-based web browser with capabilities like agentic search, hybrid AI processing (local+cloud), support for multiple large language models (LLMs), and more.

Sadly, as is too common with these AI-inf

At least in the U.S. and Canada, that is.

This was brought to my attention thanks to a Reddit post where a user (presumably a resident of Canada), had posted how Lenovo was shipping laptops with Fedora and Ubuntu at a cheaper price compared to their Windows-equipped counterparts.

Others then chimed in, saying that Lenovo has been doing this since at least 2020 and that the big price difference shows how ridiculous Windows' pricing is.

Cutting the Windows Tax

When I dug in further, I found out that **the US and Ca

📜Must-Know Bits 👇— Is powerful, yet tiny. Fits on a palm.— Packs in some decent hardware for various applications.— Upgraded hardware from ZimaBoard version 1 at the same price.— Early Bird units are selling out fast, grab yours before they are out.

ZimaBoard is a compact, low-cost single-board server that makes owning a homelab super easy, giving tinkerers, hobbyists, and DIY enthusiasts a solid foundation for crafting a highly customizable computing solution that can be deployed on a wide range of applications.

Now, the same folks behind the ZimaBoard have floated plans for its successor, the ZimaBoard 2, which looks to build on the success of its predecessor, offering

I am a fan of Zima devices. From ZimaBoard to ZimaCube, these devices lower the barrier of owning a homelab.

The first ZimaBoard was released four years ago after a successful crowdfunding campaign. Four years later, we have a newer version of the same ZimaBoard with better hardware specifications.

I'll be sharing my initial impressions of the newly announced ZimaBoard 2.

At this point, I would suggest reading my review of ZimaBoard version 1 as I'll be comparing the devices and its features.

[ZimaBoard Turned My Dream of Owning a Homelab into RealityGet control of your data by hosting open source software easily with this plug and play h

The latest version of Kubuntu has officially arrived and is ready to nestle into your machine like a penguin in fresh snow. While it is not a long-term support (LTS) release, it has plenty to offer for people who are looking to use the most recent applications and packages the Linux ecosystem has to offer.

With a short support period of only 9 months, this release might contain system-breaking bugs and is not recommended for new users who don't know their way around such interim releases.

With that in mind, let’s jump into what this release has to offer.

🆕 Kubuntu 25.04: What’s New?

![Kubuntu 25.04 is Available Now](https://lazysoci.al/api/v3/image_proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnews.itsfoss.com%2Fcontent%2Fimages%2F2025%2F04%2Fkubuntu-25-04-desktop-v

Online document editors have been a great innovation, opening the path for real-time collaboration, easy version control, and allowing remote workers to operate from anywhere in the world with an active internet connection.

While proprietary offerings from Big Tech like Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Apple Pages dominate the space, there are many open source options that offer the same levels of functionality. They are even betterwhen it comes to data privacy, customization, and self-hosting.

One such option is Docs, which is a self-hosted document editor that is part of La Suite Numérique, an initiative by the French government aimed at providin

If you didn't know, Xubuntu is a lightweight, stable, and easy-to-use Linux distribution based on Ubuntu that has been designed to be as efficient and minimal as possible.

While it is offered as a long-term support release (LTS), there is always an interim release that follows months after the previous LTS release, continuing the cycle every six months.

We will be taking a look at one such release that has been introduced recently.

📋Xubuntu 25.04 will be supported for nine months until January 2026.

🆕 Xubuntu 25.04: What’s New?

![What's New in Xubuntu 25.04? All the Highlights You Need to Know!](https://lazysoci.al/api/v3/image_proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnews.itsfoss

Known for its user-friendliness, Ubuntu is a Debian-based Linux distribution offered by Canonical that is a popular choice for both beginners and advanced users. What makes it so good is its neat user interface, regular updates, and strong security, making Ubuntu the preferred choice for people/organizations looking for a Linux-powered operating system.

Around this time last year, we were introduced to the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release, which delivered many upgrades, backed by a long support period (5-10 years) to provide one of the most stable Ubuntu experiences currently on offer.

There was also an [interim release](https://news.itsfoss.com/ubuntu-24-10

Ubisoft is a well-known video game publisher that has been in the news these days for their slip-ups and the bifurcation of their most popular titles like Assassin's Creed, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six, and Far Cry into a separate subsidiary.

Many in the video gaming industry have been wondering whether Ubisoft knows what they are doing or are just winging it on a daily basis. But that's a topic we won't go into.

However, we will go into their latest move that took me by surprise.

Ubisoft Open Sources Chroma: What to Expect?

![Ubisoft Surprises with Its Open Source Move](https://lazysoci.al/api/v3/im

Manjaro is undoubtedly one of the most user-friendly, Arch-based Linux distributions around. With its rolling release model, Manjaro caters to a wide range of users, delivering a reliable yet bleeding-edge experience.

Its developers have recently introduced a fresh ISO release that gives new users an up-to-date system right away, eliminating the need to manually download and install updates after installation.

Interestingly, it comes the same week when we have two big releases in the form of Fedora 42 and Ubuntu 25.04.

🆕 Manjaro 25.0 Zetar: What's New?

![Manjaro 25.0 'Zetar' Joins Fe