Articles by Category: Product_announcements

Antares and the Partner Opportunity: Local, Efficient, Trusted AI for Security

2026-07-24 16:30
🚀 Cisco has introduced Antares, an open-weight AI model that identifies known vulnerabilities within your infrastructure at a lower cost. This tool allows partners to build services like assessments and managed workflows, making it easier for customers to act on security issues. Antares ensures that code stays local, addressing concerns about compliance and cost while enhancing vulnerability operations. Discover how this can reshape security strategies! 🔒💻 #Cybersecurity #AI #Cisco...
Alex Pujols, Ph.D.

IDE Plugin Generator – The New Beginning

2026-07-24 09:13
🚀 Exciting changes have arrived with IntelliJ IDEA 2026.1! The new IDE plugin generator simplifies the creation of IntelliJ Platform plugins by replacing the old generator and GitHub template. This web-API-based tool aims to reduce maintenance overhead and enhance the developer experience. It combines the best features of previous methods, offering a unified entry point for plugin creation. This change addresses confusion and streamlines the development process. #IntelliJ #PluginDevelopment...
Karol Lewandowski

New Bug-Fix Releases Are Available for MPS – 2025.3.1, 2025.2.3, and 2025.1.3

2026-07-24 07:56
🚀 Exciting updates for JetBrains MPS! New bug-fix releases are now available for versions 2025.3.1, 2025.2.3, and 2025.1.3. These updates address various issues across multiple major releases. Notable fixes include: - MPS-38409: A new read-only-inspector style for editor cells. - MPS-37407: Improved Help menu display on macOS. For detailed updates, check the links for each version. #JetBrains #MPS #SoftwareUpdate #TechNews
Vaclav Pech

Outperforming Fable 5 at half the price: meet model synthesis, a new server-side tool on DigitalOcean Inference Engine

2026-07-23 20:03
🚀 DigitalOcean has launched Model Synthesis, a new tool in its Inference Engine. This tool enhances AI performance by combining outputs from multiple models. In tests, the GLM 5.2 + Kimi K2.6 panel scored 65.65% quality at just $0.83 per task, outperforming Fable 5, which scored 62.21% at $1.59. Model Synthesis is now available in Public Preview, allowing users to choose optimized presets or define their own configurations. #DigitalOcean #AI #ModelSynthesis #InferenceEngine #TechNews
Tyler Gillam

OpenAI and Anthropic both speak at once with dueling voice updates

2026-07-23 19:57
🚀 OpenAI and Anthropic both launched significant voice updates, showcasing their distinct approaches. OpenAI's ChatGPT Voice aims to enhance desktop control, allowing hands-free task management and multitasking without switching apps. It's available on macOS and Windows, bringing GPT-Live to users. On the other hand, Anthropic's Claude focuses on facilitating deeper, iterative conversations for problem-solving, enabling users to engage in complex discussions without relying on keyboard input....
Amanda Caswell

Nvidia’s new DNA model learns what token prediction misses

2026-07-23 18:44
Nvidia has introduced JEPA-DNA, a genomic foundation model that enhances AI's approach to DNA analysis. Unlike traditional models that rely solely on token prediction, JEPA-DNA incorporates latent-space prediction to better understand genomic sequences. This model aims to provide a more comprehensive representation of DNA, supporting various research workflows without being a diagnostic tool. It builds on the existing DNABERT-2 architecture, focusing on both token-level and global sequence...
Amanda Caswell

Cursor, Ramp, and Meta are all building model routers — but two have major model ambitions themselves

2026-07-23 17:12
🚀 Cursor, the AI coding tool recently acquired by SpaceX, has launched a new model router. This tool directs coding requests to the most suitable model, optimizing costs based on task complexity. 👩‍💻 Developers can choose from three modes to balance speed and power. This aims to simplify coding without needing deep knowledge of model performance. 💬 Early feedback shows engineers appreciate the efficiency in managing costs and capabilities. #AI #Coding #TechInnovation #Cursor #SpaceX
Paul Sawers

Cisco Firewall Migration Manager: A Faster, Simpler, More Confident Path to Secure Firewall

2026-07-23 15:00
🚀 Cisco has launched Firewall Migration Manager, designed to simplify and speed up the firewall migration process. This tool offers predictable timelines, resilient workflows, and visibility throughout the migration journey. It supports migrations from Cisco ASA and will soon include other platforms like Check Point and Palo Alto Networks. 🔒 The application runs locally on both macOS and Windows, preserving essential configurations for a seamless transition to Cisco Secure Firewall. #Cisco...
Pankaj Bhatt

Axum Support in RustRover 2026.2: Build Web Backends Faster

2026-07-23 10:57
🚀 Exciting news for Rust developers! The RustRover 2026.2 release introduces Axum support, enhancing web backend development. With this update, navigating routes, understanding request flows, and generating client calls directly from the IDE becomes easier. Axum is gaining popularity for its ergonomic design and modular architecture, making it a top choice among Rust frameworks. This shift highlights Rust's growing role in web services and APIs, with its stability and ecosystem support being...
Tatiana Parshutkina

Elastic’s new metrics capabilities will dramatically improve uptime for public sector IT

2026-07-23 00:00
🚀 Elastic has launched a new columnar metrics engine in Elastic Observability, designed for public sector IT teams. This upgrade allows for the integration of logging, metrics, and traces within one platform. It aims to enhance uptime for critical services while ensuring responsible use of taxpayer dollars. Public sector SREs now have improved operational visibility without compromising on budget. #ElasticObservability #PublicSectorIT #TechInnovation #SRE #Uptime
Source: Elastic Blog
Leanne Link,Abhi Pandey

Agents keep changing their answers. Harness just built delivery pipelines that don’t care.

2026-07-22 17:51
Harness has launched its AI Agent Development Lifecycle (DLC) service, aiming to integrate AI agents into established software delivery pipelines. This move addresses the challenges organizations face in deploying AI agents, with only 17% having done so, according to Gartner. Trevor Stuart from Harness highlights that while agents may work in demos, their unpredictable behavior in production raises concerns. Ensuring quality under load is crucial, as agents produce varied results from the...
Adrian Bridgwater

OpenAI built support agents for its own customer service line, now it hopes big enterprises will trust them too

2026-07-22 17:23
OpenAI has introduced a new product called Presence, designed to enhance the reliability of AI support agents for enterprises. These agents, previously utilized by OpenAI for its own customer service, are now available to handle live conversations, account verifications, and issue resolutions without human intervention. The focus is on ensuring these agents can adapt to changing products and policies while maintaining trust and accountability in customer interactions. 🤖📞 #AI #CustomerService...
Paul Sawers

ReSharper C++ 2026.2: C++26 Reflection, ISPC Language Support, And More

2026-07-22 14:15
🚀 Exciting news for C++ developers! ReSharper C++ 2026.2 has been released, featuring initial support for C++26 reflection, which enables compile-time introspection and code generation. This update also introduces ACP agent support with Junie and adds ISPC language support. Additionally, indexing in Unreal Engine projects has been significantly improved. To explore all updates, visit the What’s New in ReSharper C++ 2026.2 page. #CPlusPlus #ReSharper #SoftwareDevelopment #Coding #Programming
Igor Akhmetov

Rider 2026.2: IDE Intelligence for AI Agents, Faster Performance, and Spectacular Game Dev Updates

2026-07-22 14:14
🚀 Rider 2026.2 introduces enhanced AI coding agents that leverage the IDE's intelligence for improved project context. New skills cover testing, profiling, refactoring, and Microsoft .NET workflows. GitHub Copilot is now integrated, providing seamless support for coding tasks. Performance improvements enhance speed in .NET and game development. Explore the new agent skills and features directly in the IDE! #Rider2026 #AIAgents #GameDev #Coding #JetBrains
Sasha Ivanova

ReSharper 2026.2: AI Agent Freedom in Visual Studio, .NET Debugging for VS Code, and More

2026-07-22 14:13
🚀 Exciting news for .NET developers! ReSharper 2026.2 introduces Junie in Preview, marking the start of an open AI ecosystem in Visual Studio. Developers can now choose agents and models connected through an Agent Client Protocol (ACP) without vendor lock-in. This update also extends ReSharper’s debugging capabilities to VS Code and enhances C# analysis. Discover the freedom to optimize your coding experience! #ReSharper #DotNet #AI #VisualStudio #CodingTools
Sasha Ivanova

What’s New in RustRover 2026.2

2026-07-22 12:07
🚀 Exciting updates in RustRover 2026.2! This version enhances axum-based projects with endpoint discovery and route-handler navigation, streamlining your workflow. It also introduces support for the Ferrocene toolchain, offering improved code insight features. Additionally, a new interactive macro tester helps you visualize macro inputs and outputs directly in the IDE. #RustRover #RustLang #SoftwareDevelopment #Programming #TechUpdates
Irina Mihajlovic

Migration toolkit for applications 8.2: Modernize your applications and clusters

2026-07-22 12:05
🚀 Red Hat has launched Migration Toolkit for Applications 8.2, designed to modernize applications and streamline cluster migrations. This version introduces the mta-ops CLI for stateless OpenShift workloads, ensuring a safe migration process without altering source or target clusters. It follows a strict five-stage pipeline: Export → Transform → Apply → Validate → Deploy. Additionally, a built-in Hub OpenID Connect provider simplifies user management and reduces infrastructure requirements....
Syed M Shaaf, Ramon Roman Nissen

CLion’s Classic Engine Unbundled: What’s Next

2026-07-22 10:13
🚀 CLion is evolving! With the release of CLion 2026.2, the Classic engine is now an optional plugin, transitioning to focus on the Nova engine as the default for C and C++ development. If you're using Nova, no further action is needed. For those needing the Classic engine, it can be installed via the CLion Marketplace. 📅 Key dates: - **Now**: Classic engine available as a plugin. - **November 2026**: Last stable Classic release. - **December 2026**: Updates for Classic will end. Need...
Oleg Zinovyev

Elastic and Deductive AI join forces to accelerate agentic incident investigation for engineering teams

2026-07-22 00:00
🚀 Exciting news in tech! Elastic has announced its acquisition of Deductive AI, an innovative platform designed to help engineering teams address production issues more efficiently. Deductive AI's technology aids in root cause analysis by connecting to various data sources and providing insights to understand incident contexts better. This partnership aims to enhance Elastic's AI capabilities in observability, streamlining incident investigations. Current Deductive AI customers will continue...
Source: Elastic Blog
Baha Azarmi

Moonshot launched Kimi K3. Then demand shut down subscriptions in 48 hours.

2026-07-21 20:48
Moonshot AI's recent launch of Kimi K3 faced overwhelming demand, leading to a halt in new subscriptions just 48 hours post-release. Existing users maintain access while the company works to expand its infrastructure. 🖥️🚀 This situation highlights a significant challenge in AI: demand often exceeds available resources. Moonshot aims to reopen subscriptions in batches as they scale up capacity. Kimi K3, with 2.8 trillion parameters, is among the largest open-weight models, but hosting it comes...
Amanda Caswell

What’s new: Air gets more agents, local models, and Java/Kotlin code intelligence

2026-07-21 16:56
🚀 JetBrains Air has a new release featuring support for GitHub Copilot, OpenCode, Pi, and Cline, among others. These agents can now operate within separate workspaces, allowing parallel task execution and review before code integration. 🔍 The update introduces IntelliJ-powered navigation and diagnostics for Java and Kotlin, along with the ability to run Windows tasks in Docker containers. 💼 Companies can now use their approved coding agents in Air, making it easier to integrate existing tools...
Vladimir Gromozdin

Block built a Slack for AI agents — and gave each one its own passport

2026-07-21 16:30
🚀 Block has launched Buzz, a new open-source workspace designed for collaboration between people and AI agents, similar to Slack. Built on the Nostr decentralized messaging protocol, Buzz assigns each AI agent a unique cryptographic identity linked to its human owner. This allows agents to actively participate in conversations within channels and threads. With features like direct messaging, voice, and media sharing, Buzz can integrate various AI models. Public signups are now open! #AI #Buzz...
Frederic Lardinois

RubyMine 2026.2: Agentic Debugging, Native GitHub Copilot Integration, Default Symbol-Based Code Insight, and More

2026-07-21 16:05
🚀 RubyMine 2026.2 has been released! This update introduces agentic debugging, allowing AI to assist in problem-solving during debugging sessions. It also features native GitHub Copilot integration, enabling easier code assistance directly within the IDE. Additionally, symbol-based code insight is now enabled by default, enhancing navigation and documentation. AI completion with third-party models is also available to streamline your coding experience. You can download or update RubyMine...
Alexey Varfolomeev

What’s New in PyCharm 2026.2

2026-07-21 15:53
🚀 Exciting updates in PyCharm 2026.2! Now you can build Python extensions with a new Rust plugin and debug them using debugpy, which is the default engine. The settings UI for external utilities has been redesigned for better management. Multi-project setups are now supported for uv, Poetry, and Hatch workspaces. Plus, enjoy a new editor minimap, faster type insights with the Pyrefly engine, and AI project generation from the welcome screen. #PyCharm #Python #Rust #Debugging #AI
Ilia Afanasiev

Google ships 3 new Gemini models. Just not the one everyone’s waiting for.

2026-07-21 15:00
🚀 Google has launched three new Gemini models: Gemini 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber, focusing on speed and cost-effectiveness. 🤖 The 3.6 Flash model shows significant improvements, especially in coding and machine learning benchmarks. Notably, it reduces the required tokens for processing tasks. 🔍 However, the anticipated 3.5 Pro model is still in testing and has not yet been released. Google also announced the pre-training run for Gemini 4 is underway. #Google #GeminiModels...
Frederic Lardinois

Introducing JetBrains Context: Repository Intelligence for Coding Agents

2026-07-21 13:40
🚀 Introducing JetBrains Context, a new repository intelligence layer designed to enhance coding agents' efficiency and quality in complex codebases. This feature is part of the JetBrains AI for Teams rollout and is available for early access at no extra cost with your JetBrains AI subscription. It integrates with popular tools like Claude Code and Codex CLI. JetBrains Context aims to help coding agents understand large codebases better, reducing the time spent on extensive code exploration....
Eduard Gurskiy

Busy Plugin Developers Newsletter – Q2 2026

2026-07-21 13:22
🚀 Exciting updates from the Busy Plugin Developers Newsletter for Q2 2026! JetBrains Marketplace now notifies plugin authors about internal API usage, allowing timely adjustments to maintain compatibility. The Exceptions tab is automatically available for all authors, aiding in faster issue diagnosis. New tooling updates include IntelliJ Platform Plugin Template 2.6.0 and IntelliJ Plugin Verifier 1.409, both enhancing development efficiency and performance. 💡 Don't forget to optimize your...
Elena Kerpeleva

Introducing Antares: Highly Efficient Open Weight AI Models for Vulnerability Localization

2026-07-21 12:55
🚀 Today, Cisco unveiled Antares, a new family of security small language models designed for effective vulnerability localization in codebases. Antares includes two models—Antares-350M and Antares-1B—now available as open-weight models on Hugging Face. They outperform many existing models at a lower cost and can run locally, enhancing data security. Cisco aims to create trustworthy AI tools that help cybersecurity professionals while promoting standards for enterprise AI adoption. #Cisco...
Amin Karbasi

“Second only to Fable 5:” Alibaba talks the talk with Qwen3.8 without providing any real data

2026-07-21 12:00
Alibaba has announced Qwen 3.8, its new large language model, claiming it is "second only to Fable 5." However, the company did not provide any benchmarks or detailed data to support this assertion. 📊 This announcement follows Moonshot's release of Kimi K3, which has received positive attention for its performance and detailed technical breakdown. In contrast, Alibaba's communication has been minimal and included some grammatical errors. ✍️ As Qwen 3.8 prepares for its open-weight launch, the...
Paul Sawers

Upcoming GPU Pricing Updates

2026-07-21 00:30
🚨 Price Update Alert! 🚨 Starting August 1, 2026, DigitalOcean will adjust prices for select on-demand NVIDIA and AMD GPU droplets. Any active workloads will be billed at the new rates effective September 1, 2026. For those on 12-month reserved plans, current rates remain unchanged until contract renewal. For details, visit our pricing page! #DigitalOcean #GPUPricing #CloudComputing #TechUpdates

Elastic Stack 8.19.19 released

2026-07-21 00:00
🚀 Exciting news! Elastic Stack version 8.19.19 is now available. Upgrading to this version is highly recommended over 8.19.18. It includes important fixes and updates. For a detailed list of changes and resolved issues, check the release notes. #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #TechNews #VersionRelease
Source: Elastic Blog
Navya Uppalapati

Elastic Stack 9.3.8 released

2026-07-21 00:00
🚀 Version 9.3.8 of the Elastic Stack has been released! Users are encouraged to upgrade from version 9.3.7 for improved performance and fixes. For a detailed list of changes and issues resolved, please check the release notes. #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #TechNews #UpgradeNow 📊🔧
Source: Elastic Blog
Navya Uppalapati

Elastic Stack 9.4.3 released

2026-07-21 00:00
🚀 Exciting news! The Elastic Stack has released version 9.4.3. Users are encouraged to upgrade from version 9.4.2 for improved performance. For a detailed overview of fixed issues and changes in this release, check the release notes. #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #TechNews
Source: Elastic Blog
Navya Uppalapati

Elastic Stack 9.4.4 released

2026-07-21 00:00
🚀 The Elastic Stack has officially released version 9.4.4! This new update includes important fixes and improvements over version 9.4.3. Users are encouraged to upgrade to benefit from these enhancements. For a detailed list of changes and resolved issues, please check the release notes. #ElasticStack #SoftwareUpdate #TechNews #UpgradeNow
Source: Elastic Blog
Navya Uppalapati

Anthropic employees worked “literally around the clock” to keep Fable 5 from disappearing

2026-07-20 16:38
🚀 Anthropic has finalized Claude Fable 5 subscriptions after weeks of temporary access. Starting July 20, Fable 5 will be a permanent part of Max and Team Premium plans at 50% usage limits. 🛠️ Pro and Team Standard users will receive a one-time $100 credit as they transition to usage credits. 📈 The company aims to expand access gradually as inference capacity increases. #Fable5 #AI #Anthropic #TechNews #SubscriptionModels
Amanda Caswell

Grok 4.5 vs. Claude Opus 4.8: Costs and what works, not the spec sheet

2026-07-20 13:38
xAI recently launched Grok 4.5, claiming it can match Claude Opus 4.8's coding capabilities using significantly fewer tokens. 💻 Grok 4.5 operates at a lower cost: $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output tokens, compared to Opus's $5 and $25. While Grok performed well in benchmarks, it didn't surpass Opus in all tests, indicating it's "as good, for far less." 📊 #AI #Grok #ClaudeOpus #xAI #Coding
Jessica Wachtel

Why Focus Matters in a Crowded DevOps Landscape

2026-07-20 09:52
🚀 Exciting news! JetBrains has been recognized in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for DevOps Platforms for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. Our solutions, including Qodana, TeamCity, and YouTrack, aim to simplify developers' workflows in a crowded market. We focus on effective code control rather than just speed. We prioritize an open ecosystem for AI innovation, ensuring developers retain command over their codebase. Our commitment to delivering trustworthy tools reflects...
Colette Des Georges

Spark 4.2 has a feature that could retire your vector database

2026-07-19 16:00
🚀 Apache Spark 4.2 has been launched, enhancing its role in enterprise data processing. This update introduces features for AI workloads, including governed metrics and native vector search, streamlining operations for developers. 🌐 Governed metrics help maintain consistent definitions across teams, while native vector search allows developers to manage retrieval pipelines entirely within Spark. Python users will benefit from improved interoperability with Arrow-native tools. #ApacheSpark...
Amanda Caswell

I trust Claude for everything. This test made me rethink that.

2026-07-18 13:01
xAI recently launched Grok 4.5, claiming it can match Claude Opus 4.8's coding capabilities using significantly fewer tokens. 💻 Grok 4.5 operates at a lower cost: $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output tokens, compared to Opus's $5 and $25. While Grok performed well in benchmarks, it didn't surpass Opus in all tests, indicating it's "as good, for far less." 📊 #AI #Grok #ClaudeOpus #xAI #Coding
Jessica Wachtel

Cisco AI Defense: Built for the Way AI Is Actually Used

2026-07-17 20:19
Cisco's AI Defense is designed for the realities of Enterprise AI, which operates in multilingual and context-dependent conversations. In a recent benchmark by ML6, Cisco AI Defense achieved the highest F1 score among providers for handling Dutch-language prompts, highlighting its effectiveness in diverse scenarios. Explore how Cisco’s approach enhances security in AI applications. #AIDefense #Cybersecurity #EnterpriseAI #Cisco #AI
Prashanth Arun