Clean Data Alliance launches to promote human controlled data economy
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 by Richard Harris
Clean Data Alliance (CDA) announced its launch as an apolitical 501(c)(6) nonprofit dedicated to creating a digital economy built on Clean Data produced through Data Agency. CDA’s mission is to shift the world from an exploitive data system where personal information is captured without consent and used against people’s interest, to one where Humans share da...
Safe c plus plus proposal abandoned after community pushback
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, a significant effort to overhaul the C++ programming language for enhanced safety has come to an abrupt halt. The Safe C++ proposal, which sought to introduce a memory-safe subset of the language inspired by the guarantees found in newer languages like Rust, has been abandoned by its lead author. This development o...
New report reveals a thriving app ecosystem is valued by developers
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 by Brittany Hainzinger
A major new survey of U.S. app-business leaders shows strong confidence in the app economy and in the tools available for developers. The research, released by the Developers Alliance, found high proportions of respondents reporting that the app ecosystem remains robust, efficient, and supportive of growth.
Survey methods and key findings
The report draws on respo...
Kids app design shifting from limits to long-term learning
Monday, October 27, 2025 by Richard Harris
Excessive screen time among kids has been shown to have detrimental impacts. Tragically, research shows that even kids as young as nine or ten who spend more time on screens face a higher risk of developing mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
That’s why, in an attempt to hold Big Tech accountable, bipartisan legislation has been introduced in t...
TestRail launches AI-Powered test case generation
Friday, October 24, 2025 by Brittany Hainzinger
TestRail has released version 9.5, introducing a significant step in automated quality assurance through AI-powered test case generation built on the Sembi IQ engine. The new system aims to streamline how QA teams produce test cases, providing a faster and more efficient way to ensure complete test coverage while maintaining control and security.
The feature allows t...
Apple withdraws ICE tracking apps from App Store including ICEBlock
Friday, October 10, 2025 by Trey Abbe
Apple has removed ICEBlock and similar applications from its App Store following a request from the Trump administration. The move marks a rare instance of a U.S. technology firm complying with a federal demand to take down apps, raising new questions about the balance between public safety, free speech, and corporate responsibility.
What the apps did
ICEBlock and...
Oracle names co-CEOs in bold leadership change
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 by Trey Abbe
Oracle has appointed insiders Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia as co-chief executive officers, marking the end of Safra Catz’s 11-year tenure as sole CEO. The decision underscores Oracle’s reliance on its cloud business as it competes with Microsoft and Alphabet in a rapidly expanding market. Catz will remain with the company as vice chair of the board.
Dur...
Open source messaging app Bitchat works without signal or internet
Thursday, October 2, 2025 by Trey Abbe
Bitchat is a messaging app designed to operate without relying on cellular networks or internet connections. It uses peer-to-peer communication, allowing devices to connect directly via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Messages can be sent even when traditional networks are unavailable, making the app useful in areas with poor coverage or during temporary outages.
The app uses a ...
Disney sues AI firm MiniMax with Warner Bros Discovery and NBCU
Monday, September 22, 2025 by Richard Harris
Disney, Universal (Comcast), and Warner Bros Discovery have jointly filed a lawsuit against China-based AI company MiniMax, claiming its Hailuo AI service uses copyrighted characters without authorization. The complaint, submitted in a California district court, alleges that MiniMax generated images and videos of well-known characters including Darth Vader, Minions, and...
Autonomous Lyft service rolls out robotaxi pilot in Atlanta
Friday, September 19, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
Ride-hailing platform Lyft has introduced a pilot program offering autonomous vehicle rides in Atlanta in partnership with May Mobility, a Michigan-based autonomous driving startup. The service integrates directly into Lyft’s app and provides a choice between traditional rides and robotaxi trips.
The vehicles used in the program are Toyota Sienna minivans retro...
Bitcoin buyers decline signals weakness in crypto-linked stocks
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 by Trey Abbe
A downturn in cryptocurrency prices has been followed by significant declines in the shares of companies that hold bitcoin or promote themselves as digital asset treasuries. Analysts say this trend reflects a broader cooling of investor sentiment that had driven these firms’ stocks to record highs earlier in the year.
One of the most prominent companies tied to...
Clean architecture development for mobile
Tuesday, August 26, 2025 by Austin Harris
According to Netguru, consumer spending on mobile applications is projected to reach $288 billion in 2025, growing to approximately $626.4 billion by 2030. In such a highly competitive and fast-paced environment - particularly in regulated industries like fintech, healthcare, and insurance - architectural mistakes are costly. They result not only in bugs and technical d...
Apple app store algorithm revealed
Monday, August 18, 2025 by Austin Harris
Under mounting regulatory pressure from the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple Inc. has made a landmark move by publicly disclosing the internal workings of the App Store’s recommendation algorithm for the first time. The release of the new document, titled “Store Services Tiers,” is being hailed by industry observers as a major tu...
Meta ends paid political ads in EU over new rules
Thursday, August 14, 2025 by Brittany Hainzinger
Beginning in October 2025, Meta will cease allowing political, electoral, and social issue advertisements on its platforms within the European Union. This decision comes in response to the incoming Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA) regulation, which Meta argues imposes unworkable legal and operational requirements.
The TTPA introduces stringe...
OpenAI launches ChatGPT study mode for students
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
A new way to learn in ChatGPT that offers step by step guidance instead of quick answers. OpenAI recently introduced study mode in ChatGPT, a learning experience that helps you work through problems step by step instead of just getting an answer. Starting on July 29th, it’s available to logged in users on Free, Plus, Pro, Team, with availability in ChatGPT Edu com...
How Nightdive Studios is future-proofing the video game past
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 by Austin Harris
Video games are a form of art, and their preservation is in trusted hands at Atari’s Nightdive Studios, regarded as the premier game remastering studio in the industry. System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Edition recently launched on Xbox Series X|S, reviving a seminal sci-fi horror classic for a new generation. For Nightdive Studios, however, this release ...
New Xbox certificates and courses on Coursera
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 by Austin Harris
As part of a broader Microsoft initiative to expand access to in-demand tech training, Xbox has partnered with Coursera to launch online programs that help learners explore creative and technical roles in gaming. Whether someone is switching industries or just starting out, these flexible programs cover everything from graphic design and product management to AI-assiste...
Swift Project Launches Android Workgroup
Monday, July 14, 2025 by Austin Harris
The Swift programming language community has announced the formation of the Android Workgroup, a new initiative dedicated to making Android an officially supported platform for Swift. This landmark development marks a significant step forward in Swift's evolution as a truly cross-platform language for modern software development.
Swift Project Launches Android Wo...
Valhalla blockchain game lands from Floki
Friday, July 4, 2025 by Richard Harris
Floki has announced the mainnet release of its long-awaited metaverse game, Valhalla, a blockchain-based massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). The launch, which follows more than three years of development, marks a major step in the company’s move beyond its origins as a meme token.
Floki launches Valhalla blockchain game with multi million i...
Mobile baseball game goes live on CHSN with Aquimo
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 by Richard Harris
Chicago Sports Network (CHSN), home to the Chicago Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox, has partnered with Aquimo Inc., a leader in mobile gaming technology for sports broadcasts and live events, to introduce a new interactive mobile gaming experience designed and tailored specifically for CHSN viewers. The custom-built Chicago Sports Network-branded baseball game, The...
BLACK app empowers student collaboration
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 by Austin Harris
In a time when academic pressure and digital distractions are at their peak, students are increasingly in need of tools that simplify communication, streamline resource sharing, and foster collective learning. Rising to meet this challenge is BLACK, a student-built mobile application developed with one clear goal, to transform how students collaborate.
The creator be...
iOS app pre-ordering process guide
Monday, June 2, 2025 by Richard Harris
Pre-ordering apps on the iOS App Store is a powerful tool for developers looking to build excitement and gauge interest before a product's official release. Apple provides a robust system that enables developers to make their apps available for pre-order, allowing users to view the product page, learn about the features, and place a pre-order that automatically down...
Coinbase partners with Riot Games Esports
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 by Richard Harris
Coinbase has announced a significant expansion of its presence in the esports world through a new partnership with Riot Games. As the new exclusive cryptocurrency exchange and official blockchain technology partner for League of Legends and VALORANT Esports global events, Coinbase will collaborate closely with Riot Games to enhance the fan experience. This partnership w...
Developers Alliance announces new advisory board
Monday, April 28, 2025 by Brittany Hainzinger
The Developers Alliance announced three independent app developers have joined its Advisory Board. Adri Ofman of FlipaClip, Sean Higgins of BetterYou, and Mariah Smith, former Lead Android Engineer at Trala will use their diverse experience and expertise to help shape the Alliance’s advocacy on several issues, including proposed changes to the app ecosystem, data ...
AI development challenges addressed in new update from Mendix
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 by Richard Harris
Mendix recently announced the general availability of Mendix 10.18. The latest release includes new features, performance upgrades, and AI-driven enhancements designed to make software development easier and more accessible.
By combining low-code with the power of AI, Mendix 10.18 provides organizations with:
AI-powered assistance across the entire so...
Brazil Games and ApexBrasil to participate in GDC 2025
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Brazil Games Export Program, a partnership between the Brazilian Game Companies Association (Abragames) and the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil), is excited to announce its participation as an official exhibitor at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, taking place from March 19 to March 21 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, Cal...
Top growth areas for developers in 2025
Monday, January 13, 2025 by Austin Harris
There are many ways artificial intelligence can assist developers today, from helping to streamline the development process by instantly detecting and fixing errors to summarizing code and generating documentation. A recent survey corroborated that 76% of developers are using or planning to use AI coding tools. Respondents cited several benefits for using AI such as inc...
App marketing for older apps
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 by Richard Harris
App Store Optimization (ASO) is a critical component of app marketing, particularly for older apps that need to regain or maintain market visibility. ASO is more than just keyword optimization; its a holistic approach. It involves multiple levers, including keyword, creative, and engagement optimizations. A comprehensive ASO strategy can significantly enhance an app'...
In app purchases surged on Black Friday 2024
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 by Richard Harris
AppsFlyer has unveiled its Black Friday 2024 key insights, highlighting exceptional growth in consumer activity across shopping and e-commerce apps in the United States. The data reveals that Black Friday 2024 in-app purchases surged by 14% year-over-year (YoY) compared to Black Friday 2023. Purchases on Black Friday outpaced the average Friday in November 2024 by an im...
Double your app engagement steal these 10 story ideas
Thursday, December 5, 2024 by Vlad Lastovsky
Let’s be honest - how many apps do you still have on your phone that you never use? It’s a common scenario. You download one, try it out, and within weeks, you uninstall it. You’re not alone - nearly 70% of users stop using an app within 30 days.
Steal these 10 story ideas to double your app engagement
What keeps users around? Engagemen...
Submit your 2025 app and software industry predictions
Friday, November 15, 2024 by Richard Harris
As we step into 2025, the tech world is buzzing with excitement, anticipation, and endless possibilities. Once again, it's time for App Developer Magazine's highly anticipated 9th Annual Predictions Issue. We’re inviting all visionaries, innovators, and tech experts in the app and software industry to share your predictions for the year ahead!
Submit yo...
Understanding gen Z expectations and user experience in technology
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 by Austin Harris
In the age of digital transformation, understanding the nuances of Generation Z's approach to technology is crucial for designers aiming to create impactful user experiences. Often characterized by their heavy reliance on social media, Gen Z’s interaction with technology extends far beyond mere scrolling and sharing. As highlighted in the insightful work, &quo...
How to measure ux and design impact with insights from Vitaly Friedman
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 by Austin Harris
In the evolving landscape of digital design, the ability to measure the effectiveness and impact of user experience (UX) and design decisions is becoming increasingly crucial. Vitaly Friedman, a renowned expert in the field, emphasizes the importance of moving beyond subjective design choices to a more data-driven approach. His insights form the foundation of a new vide...
Best Practices education hub launched by Instagram
Friday, October 18, 2024 by Richard Harris
Instagram has announced the launch of Best Practices, a new section within the Instagram professional dashboard designed to provide creators with essential information to optimize their content, reach wider audiences, and achieve their goals. This educational hub will offer guidance across various topics, including creation, engagement, reach, monetization, and guidelin...
ChatGPT lacks kid suitability
Thursday, October 17, 2024 by Brittany Hainzinger
While large language models (LLMs) like GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 have made incredible
advancements in natural language processing, they come with significant challenges, particularly in children’s education. These models often generate biased content or produce language that is too complex or inappropriate for younger audiences. Studies have shown that LLMs can perpetua...
