Android 17, the next version of Google's mobile operating system, is now available in beta for Pixel devices, according to Ars Technica. This release, which follows a brief cancellation, is primarily focused on testing system and API changes, with expanded support for adaptive apps being a key feature.
Meanwhile, the AI industry is experiencing disruption with the release of MiniMax's new M2.5 language model. VentureBeat reported that the Shanghai-based startup's model comes in two variants and promises high-end AI at a fraction of the cost of competitors like Claude Opus. The model is open-source under a modified MIT License, requiring commercial users to display "MiniMax M2.5" on their user interface.
In other news, the software industry continues to evolve, fulfilling predictions made years ago. Fortune noted that Marc Andreessen's 2011 essay, "Why Software Is Eating the World," has proven prescient, with software companies dominating various sectors.
In the realm of software development, a new tool has emerged to assist developers. Hacker News highlighted "sql-tap," a real-time SQL traffic viewer that allows users to monitor database queries directly in a terminal UI. The tool supports PostgreSQL and MySQL, enabling inspection of queries and transactions without altering application code.
Finally, the film industry is also seeing new developments. Variety reported that Global Constellation has secured pre-sales for its upcoming World War II drama, "Crux," as it debuts first footage at the European Film Market. The film, directed by Ulrike Toni Vahl, is generating interest among buyers and sellers.
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