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Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers
Microsoft has announced Project Zenith, a new initiative aimed at creating a streamlined Windows experience designed to attract developers. However, the system will require a substantial 64GB of RAM to operate.
Arbitrum’s ARBZERODEV code unlocks three months of ZeroDev Growth for free until Aug. 22
Developers building on Arbitrum can receive three months of ZeroDev's Growth Plan for free using the code ARBZERODEV until August 22. This includes 100,000 credits, gas sponsorship, and access to ZeroDev's bundler infrastructure. ZeroDev was acquired by Offchain Labs, the company behind Arbitrum, in August 2025, making this promotion an internal initiative.
Xbox Showcase Today Promises The Introduction of Project Helix
Microsoft's Xbox Game Dev Update showcase will reveal new details about Project Helix, the codename for their next-generation console. The event will feature Xbox General Manager Chris Charla and Vice President of Next Generation Jason Ronald, highlighting features like PC game compatibility and AMD SoC integration. The showcase will also cover Xbox Developer Tools, DirectX's DirectStorage, and new Xbox Marketplace UI features.
GNOME Fellowship program announced to support "critical and under-resourced areas"
The GNOME Foundation has announced the GNOME Fellowship program to provide financial support for individuals working on critical and under-resourced areas of open source development. The program aims to address the reliance on volunteers for essential open source technologies. Applications are now open for the first cycle, which will begin in May 2026, with fellows generally working for 12 months on areas of their choosing, including build systems, testing frameworks, and documentation.
Valve gives Steam developer and publisher pages a lot more customization options
Valve has introduced significant updates to Steam developer and publisher pages, offering enhanced customization options. Developers can now personalize page colors, images, and game lists, with templates available for simpler setups. The new features allow for automatic updates with new releases or staging special versions for game launches.
AI Yi-Yi!
OpenAI is reportedly developing a competitor to GitHub, aiming to offer its own platform for developers. This move by OpenAI suggests an expansion into tools and services beyond its core AI models.
Avalanche Foundation Launches Fourth Retro9000 Cohort for C
The Avalanche Foundation has awarded over $160,000 in grants to six projects through its Retro9000 program, focusing on enhancing Avalanche's Layer 1 capabilities and developer tools. The program introduces a new C-Chain Round that uses real transaction data and AVAX burn rate for project evaluation, with the first round commencing March 2, 2026. The initiative also includes a referral system for community members.
