This article highlights three software tools—Blender, OBS, and Penpot—that prioritize user needs over profit. The author argues that these examples show it’s possible to create technology that values openness and community rather than succumbing to ad-driven models.

Apache Airflow 3.0 has been officially released, marking its most significant update since version 2.0. This release introduces user-requested features like DAG Versioning, enhanced backfill support, and a new React-based UI, aimed at improving usability and expanding Airflow's capabilities for diverse data workflows, particularly in MLOps and GenAI applications.