KDE's new design, Nvidia finally focuses on Linux, EU caves in to Big Tech

Nov 22, 2025

Discover the exciting new design system taking shape at KDE, aimed at streamlining app development. NVIDIA contributes to improved Linux support, focusing on the Nova driver and enhancing DRM and screencasting capabilities. The EU's proposal to weaken privacy protections raises concerns about data usage amid an increased reliance on AI. Zorin OS 18 hits a remarkable milestone with one million downloads in just a month, showcasing its growing popularity in the Linux community.

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NVK Shows Promising Performance Gains

NVK (Colabora) reached roughly 50% of proprietary driver performance and higher with image compression.
Further gains depend on Nova replacing legacy Nouveau work and improving scheduling and memory features.

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Digital Omnibus Risks Privacy Rollback

The EU's 'digital omnibus' could simplify cookie handling but reduces privacy protections and expands AI training leeway.
Critics warn it may roll back GDPR-era safeguards and favor big tech with broad exceptions.

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