Latest Software & Apps News

đź“…December 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The software and apps sector in 2025 showcases major AI-powered innovations, expanded software compliance features, rapid growth in autonomous tech, and comprehensive guides to top software for businesses.
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Google Enhances AI with Gemini CLI and Data Commons Integration

Google has augmented its Gemini CLI with a Data Commons extension, enabling developers to more easily access vast public datasets from credible sources like the UN and World Bank. This facilitates integration of real-world data into software projects, further pushing AI innovation.Source 1

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Waymo Experiences Explosive Growth in Autonomous Robotaxi Services

Alphabet's Waymo has surged from 250,000 robotaxi rides half a year ago to millions currently, propelled by advancements in AI and sensor tech. This rapid expansion underlines the practical adoption and iteration of autonomous software systems.Source 1

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OPSWAT Announces New Compliance Software Categories and Enhanced SDK Features

OPSWAT plans a Q1-2026 release adding software categories such as Vulnerability Management, AI, and Gaming, with detailed support for version detection and installation paths. They are also improving macOS patching support for multiple app instances and adding per-user application detection across major platforms, requiring code changes for implementation.Source 2

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Microsoft Highlights AI Advancements and Top Apps in 2025

Microsoft’s latest news highlights AI developments including Microsoft 365 Copilot usage for business productivity, research insights for 2026, and the Microsoft Store Awards honoring top apps of 2025. Events like AI Dev Days and healthcare cyber resilience also feature prominently.Source 3

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TechDogs Releases the Ultimate 2026 Software Guide for Business Leaders

TechDogs launched its 2026 Top Software Picks and Reviews to help organizations confidently choose software across 100+ categories, emphasizing value, usability, and long-term impact. The guide addresses the challenges of rapid tech advances and emerging product categories like AI automation and CRM.Source 4

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QNX to Showcase Mission-Critical Embedded Systems at CES 2026

BlackBerry's QNX division will display software-defined vehicle technologies and embedded systems at CES 2026, including collaborative projects like the Foundational Vehicle Software Platform with Vector. The showcase includes demonstrations of surgical robotics and industrial control automation underscoring reliability and security.Source 5

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Enterprise Generative AI Market soars to $37B in 2025

Enterprise AI has seen meteoric growth, rising from $1.7 billion in 2023 to $37 billion in 2025, now capturing 6% of the global SaaS market and outpacing all other software categories in growth rate, signaling a major industry transformation.Source 6

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NeurIPS 2025 Highlights Pivotal AI Research and Industry Insights

The NeurIPS 2025 conference featured key takeaways on AI trends and announced the prestigious Sejnowski-Hinton Prize, reflecting ongoing advances and innovation leadership within the AI software community.Source 7

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OPSWAT to End Support for OSX Package, Urges Upgrade to AppRemover OSX V2

Starting January 1, 2026, OPSWAT will discontinue its OSX package, recommending users upgrade to AppRemover OSX V2 for comprehensive updates and technical support, marking a significant transition in their macOS software management tools.Source 2

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Startups Leverage Strategic Software Development Partnerships to Scale AI Projects

Emerging companies focus on outsourcing software development to specialized teams to efficiently incorporate AI and data-centric innovations, reducing complexity while accelerating project delivery and maintaining cost-effectiveness.Source 1