Two of the most important Linux utilities are being rewritten in Rust to provide greater memory safety for the critical functionality they provide.
Microsoft Takes a Page From Linux, Will Add Rust to Windows Kernel
Microsoft is working to add Rust to the Windows kernel, following the steps Linux has been taking since version 6.1 of its kernel.
Rust Foundation Backtracks on Controversial Trademark Policy
The Rust Foundation has backtracked on a controversial trademark policy, apologizing for not being more transparent.
Google Will Support Rust in Chromium
Google expanding its use of the Rust programming language, adding support for it in its Chromium web browser.
Linux Kernel 6.1 Is Out With Rust Support
Linux Torvalds has pushed out version 6.1 of the Linux kernel, with initial Rust support being one of the headline features.
Rust Is Paying Off in Android, Cutting Memory Safety Vulnerabilities
Google’s decision to include Rust support in the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) is paying off with less vulnerabilities.
Rust, Kotlin, Java, and Python See Huge Growth
SlashData has released its 23rd State of the Developer Nation report, and it’s good news for Rust, Kotlin, Java, and Python.
The NSA Pushes for Adoption of Memory Safe Coding Languages
The National Security Agency (NSA) is pushing for the adoption of memory safe coding languages in an effort to improve security.
Rust Could Be Included in the Linux Kernel in 5.20
Linux creator Linus Torvalds has said Rust could be included in the Linux kernel as soon as 5.20.
Google Using Rust for Low-Level Android Development
Google is now using Rust for low-level development of the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).