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FOSS NEWS

PeerTube asks for donations to improve their new mobile app:
https://news.itsfoss.com/peertube-mobile-app-crowdfunding/

Organic Maps got forked due to transparency concerns, inclusion of proprietary components, CoMaps is born as a fully community-driven project:
https://news.itsfoss.com/organic-maps-fork-comaps/

Delta Chat now works in Firefox, no longer depends on Electron/Chromium:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/5/delta-chat-desktop-now-runs-in-firefox-and-no-longer-depends-on-electron-or-chromium/

Firefox 139 released with custom new tab wallpapers and background colors, improved upload speed, full-page translations on extension pages (for moz-extension:// URL scheme only), transparent PNG images stay transparent when pasted into Firefox:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/05/mozilla-firefox-139-released-new-featuress

Firefox 140 beta available with Unload Tab feature to reduce memory and CPU usage, support for keeping more or fewer pinned vertical tabs in view, “Select All” option for bookmarks on Android:
https://9to5linux.com/firefox-140-enters-beta-testing-as-the-next-esr-extended-support-release-series

Thunderbird 139 released with "Mark as Read" and "Delete" actions for email notifications, enterprise policy implementation to allow granular in-app notification control, support for manually sorting folders in the folder pane, customizable row count for Cards View in the Appearance settings, various bug fixes:
https://9to5linux.com/thunderbird-139-adds-mark-as-read-and-delete-actions-to-email-notifications

OBS Studio 31.1 beta available with Multitrack Video support on Linux and macOS, preview zoom controls, support for additional canvases for Multitrack Video output, AV1 B-frame support for AMF, support for color format/space/range GPU conversion, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/obs-studio-31-1-promises-multitrack-video-support-on-linux-beta-out-now

VirtualBox 7.2 beta is available with Windows 11 Arm support, GUI improvements, source code available on GitHub:
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Oracle-VirtualBox-7.2-Beta

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FOSS NEWS

PeerTube mobile app v1 released with local accounts, option to login to multiple online accounts on different instances:
https://joinpeertube.org/news/app-v1

BleachBit 5.0 released with cleaning support expanded to include LibreWolf, (non-beta) Edge, Bash temporary files, Geary email client, targeted cleanup of rotated logs and broken desktop entries on Linux, new display-language option in preferences, other improvements:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/5/cleaning-software-bleachbit-5-0-adds-security-upgrades-cleaner-enhancements-and-more/
("including privacy-oriented browsers like LibreWolf, non-beta Edge..." - did AlternativeTo guys really call Edge a privacy browser or they just formulated the sentence a bit vaguely? 🤔️ *Says Fossery who sucks at English* lol)

NewPipe v0.27.7 released with temporary solution to restore YouTube video quality above 360p, new SABR video protocol is being worked on:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/5/newpipe-v0-27-7-restores-youtube-video-quality-above-360p/
(Who will be faster? YouTube implementing Widevine DRM (fully for everyone) or NewPipe implementing SABR protocol? Let's bet in the comments, because why not lol)
(I bet for SABR, because YouTube is much slower to implement things and roll out for everyone lol)

Curl project is cracking down on AI slop bug reports, reporters get instant ban:
https://news.itsfoss.com/curl-ai-slop/
("But what if they judge that incorrectly and ban legit reporters? They can use it for malicious purpose to ban people they don't like" - people will say. That can be an issue of course, but at the same time, AI generated trash takes away time from answering legit bug reports, so it can be a good thing if done right. It's hard to judge though, it's either this or that problem.)

Calibre 8.4 released with improved KEPUB output, other improvements and bug fixes:
https://9to5linux.com/calibre-8-4-open-source-ebook-manager-improves-kepub-output-fixes-bugs

#WeeklyNews #News #FOSS #OpenSource #FOSSNews #OpenSourceNews #PeerTube #PeerTubeMobile #Fediverse #Fedi #FediverseNews #Bleachbit #NewPipe #Curl #Calibre #SocialMedia #VideoSharing #SystemCleaner #YouTubeFrontend #YouTubeSucks #EbookReader #FosseryTech

Also: Flashes: A native photo & video app for Bluesky! Easily share visuals while staying fully integrated with Bluesky’s open ecosystem. Photo & video posting (up to 4 photos or 1-min videos) Portfolio mode to curate your profile @flashes.blue #Bluesky #Flashes #PhotoSharing #VideoSharing

‎Flashes for Bluesky

Also: Flashes: A native photo & video app for Bluesky!
Easily share stunning visuals while staying fully integrated with Bluesky’s open ecosystem.
✨ First release features:
📸 Photo & video posting (up to 4 photos or 1-min videos)
🎨 Portfolio mode to curate your profile
🔧 Customizable profile tabs
🔗 Seamless Bluesky integration
📰 Feed freedom – no algorithmic lock-in
#Bluesky #Flashes #PhotoSharing #VideoSharing
https://apps.apple.com/de/app/flashes-for-bluesky/id6741443033

I occasionally photograph birds, both stills and short videos. I'm looking into peertube to post video clips.

Anyone have recommendations for a server? I browsed a few instances.

peertube.tv is not accepting new accounts at this time. videos.trom.tf looks good (unlimited space per user; topics apropos to my uses).

Bonus: 10-min video about Green Sea Turtles in Cyprus that's worth a watch: https://videos.trom.tf/w/jGLrkirLAadz1fXGEkPMut

#peertube #video #Fediverse #VideoSharing #BirdPhotography

FOSS NEWS

Proton introduces advanced email aliases in Proton Pass with randomized email alias generation at signups, notification if alias gets compromised:
https://proton.me/blog/benefits-of-email-aliases

Odysee introduces new blockchain-based monetizaton system with USDC (dollar-equivalent token):
https://odysee.com/@Odysee:8/newmonetizationmodel:6

Open source forum software NodeBB joins the Fediverse, forums created with NodeBB 4.0.0 will automatically federate with other Fediverse platforms:
https://ostechnix.com/nodebb-joins-fediverse/

Shotcut 25.01 released with native Wayland support for the Flatpak version, new features like Bins, View > Files panel, “Show in Files” option in Properties and Jobs, a Gradient Map video filter etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/shotcut-25-01-video-editor-adds-native-wayland-support-on-flatpak-for-linux

Critical vulnerability in older versions of 7-Zip, users are advised to use version 24.09 or higher:
https://betanews.com/2025/01/23/7-zip-users-need-to-take-action-right-now-to-address-a-serious-security-flaw/

Dillo browser 3.2 released with SVG and WebP support, support for modern CSS units (ch, rem, vw, vh, vmin, vmax), new scrollbar page navigation mode, option to set custom new tab page etc.:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/1/dillo-3-2-released-with-svg-and-webp-support-improved-navigation-page-zoom-options-and-more/

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TikTok restores service in the US http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/THSZVT #TikTok #SocialMedia #USBan #VideoSharing #TikTokNews

FOSS NEWS

NewPipe is now available on Linux, Flathub, thanks to an experimental compatibility layer, Android Translation Layer (ATL):
https://ostechnix.com/newpipe-for-linux-desktops/
(It works pretty decently. It has some contrast issues in dark mode, and audio playback is pretty glitchy, but overall it's pretty impressive than now a few Android apps can also run on Linux without the need for an emulator like Waydroid.)

Mastodon shifts platform control to a new European nonprofit entity:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/1/mastodon-announces-a-shift-of-platform-control-to-a-new-european-nonprofit-entity/

Odysee dropping Stripe from its payment system, due to Stripe wanting to force KYC on Odysee users:
https://odysee.com/@Odysee:8/weredroppingstripe:e
(What the heck did Stripe smoke? A hallucinogen which made them hallucinate that Odysee is their platform? Or they got payed by the US authorities to kill the last remnant of LBRY? 🤔️ If latter, then nice try, losers)

Bitwarden native Android app released:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/1/bitwarden-releases-native-android-app/

Joplin 3.2 released with OneNote import option, multi-window support, Freehand Drawing plugin now built-in offering refined drawing and Markdown editing capabilities:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/1/joplin-3-2-import-onenote-archives-multi-window-support-and-more-major-updates/
(Cool updates, I use Joplin every day for my university studies, I really like the option to nest notebooks, have both Markdown and Rich Text editor, write custom CSS to customize the rendering of notes. The Templates plugin is also really useful)
(Electron haters gonna say it sucks but who cares lol)

Forgejo 10.0 released with revamped repository dialog, ability to modify Git notes via API and UI, button for creating Markdown table, consolidated view of all issues and pull requests etc.:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/1/forgejo-10-0-launches-with-enhanced-features-improved-security-and-end-of-gitea-support/

(Linux news in original post)

#WeeklyNews #FOSS #OpenSource #OpenSourceNews #FOSSNews #NewPipe #AndroidTranslationLayer #Mastodon #Odysee #Bitwarden #Joplin #Forgejo #YouTubeFrontend #VideoSharing #SocialMedia #VideoSharing #Fedi #Fediverse #Notetaking #Development #FosseryTech

Alors, je vous annonce que ça fonctionne aussi avec les chevaux !! Je vous présente "Flying", une jument tout juste rencontrée dans un club d'équitation de Bourgogne. (Vidéo un peu longue encore de 1min44 pour mes 44 ans). Dommage que je n'arrive pas à trouver de formation avant avril 2025...

#bourgogne #mediationanimale
#chevaux #anotherlove #videosharing

Bluesky introduces Video Sharing: Bluesky's latest update brings video sharing to the platform, enhancing user experience with 60-second clips and safety features. https://ppc.land/bluesky-introduces-video-sharing/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Bluesky #VideoSharing #SocialMedia #UserExperience #SafetyFeatures

Pinterest expands collage capabilities: Pinterest introduces collage remixing and video sharing, enhancing user creativity and engagement. https://ppc.land/pinterest-expands-collage-capabilities/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Pinterest #Collage #VideoSharing #Creativity #SocialMedia

FOSS NEWS

Mozilla removes Do Not Track setting from Firefox, because most websites don't respect it, in fact, it often makes fingerprint more unique, because most users don't have it enabled; “Tell websites not to sell or share my data” setting is recommended instead as it's more enforcable by law:
https://betanews.com/2024/12/11/mozilla-removes-do-not-track-setting-from-firefox-and-suggests-an-alternative/

PeerTube launches limited mobile apps with local account support, available on Google Play and App Store, with F-Droid release planned:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/12/decentralized-video-platform-peertube-has-launched-a-limited-mobile-app-for-ios-and-android/
https://joinpeertube.org/news/peertube-app
(Wow my latest video got "featured" on one of the screenshots in the official announcement! I'm famous, guys! I'm famous! lol)
(Jokes aside, it's good that PeerTube finally has its own mobile app, it can potentially get more people using the platform, in this mobile-oriented digital landscape. The local account thing is pretty interesting, I've only seen that feature in third-party YouTube/PeerTube clients like NewPipe and FreeTube. PeerTube is probably the first video sharing platform implementing it in its official app.)

Itch.io indie game marketplace has been taken down following false AI phishing report:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/12/itch-io-marketplace-has-been-taken-down-offline-by-funko-following-an-ai-phishing-report/
https://odysee.com/@BrodieRobertson:5/the-reality-is-weirder-than-the:a
(Luckily, the situation is solved, the site is back online. But yeah, it was a pretty tough situation.)

PenPot 2.4 released with version history, ability to invite team members to view and comment on files without editing access, new .penpot file format for improved import/export:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/12/penpot-2-4-brings-viewer-roles-version-history-new-penpot-file-format-and-more/
(PenPot team kicking Figma's butt again lol)

QEMU 9.2 released with AWS Nitro Enclave emulation, RISC-V and ARM improvements and more:
https://9to5linux.com/qemu-9-2-brings-aws-nitro-enclave-emulation-many-risc-v-improvements

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I made accounts on #pixelfed & #loops I haven't had lack of brainfog to navigate figuring out how to use either yet They're supposed to provide #fediverse alternatives for #photosharing & #videosharing www.wired.com/story/migrat... mashable.com/article/loop...

How to Move Your Instagram Fee...

I made accounts on #pixelfed & #loops

I haven't had lack of brainfog to navigate figuring out how to use either yet

They're supposed to provide #fediverse alternatives for #photosharing & #videosharing

https://www.wired.com/story/migrate-move-instagram-to-pixelfed-no-tracking-fediverse/

https://mashable.com/article/loops-fediverse-tiktok-alternative

In 2024, video-sharing platforms continue to dominate the digital landscape, reshaping how we create, consume, and share content. Here's a list, ranked by monthly active users (MAUs).

#videosharing #video #videoviral #youtube

https://thedailyjuice.net/the-largest-video-sharing-platforms-in-2024-ranked/

:bear_love: Ello sweet and lovely Friendos 💜

Instead of writing for my blog... 🫣
I've been making some very simple edits again for my #Loops account.
Unfortunately, loops still doesn't work with Masto to share if here... 🤔
So, just in case, I've also been uploading my Loops edits to my PeerTube account.

https://makertube.net/w/p/f1mT14htnxqBhui8FFigus

This is the link, there are 9 vids in there at the moment. I made three little edits that I added today.

My Loops account is, as do be expected, called @PixysLoops@loops.video so if you wanna follow me... If you share vids that interest me, I'll definitely follow back!
Although the follow option doesn't seem to do too much yet, as I can't seem to get a timeline with just Loops of folks that I follow... But I'm sure that Dan is working on that!

I'll try to create more silly edits to share...

🧚🏼‍♀️ 🍀 💜 🐾

#PixysJourney

#Loops #PeerTube #VideoSharing

FOSS NEWS

YouTube limits sync ability of alternative platforms like Odysee and PeerTube, breaking their sync features:
https://odysee.com/@Odysee:8/pleaseuploadcontentmanually:8
(YouTube always cries about ad blockers and 3rd party frontends hurting their business, but then they hurt the business of alt platforms, because they hate competition...)
(For those who have YouTube, Odysee and PeerTube channel, you can still use PeerTube's sync feature to sync videos from Odysee, like I've been doing for a while (I don't have a YouTube channel))

GIMP 3.0 RC released with new color management tools, non-destructive layer effects, canvas snapping options, fully GTK 3 UI etc.:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2024/11/gimp-3-0-release-candidate-is-ready-for-testing
(Krita fanboys (including myself) gonna say Krita is still better lol)
(Just joking, I think GIMP gets much better with those new features, and of course which one is better depends on use case)

Proton Docs gets suggestion mode to track changes other users made to the document without authoring the original content:
https://proton.me/blog/suggesting-mode

Calibre 7.2.1 released with sentence tracking for read aloud feature, option to assign different voices to different part of the book's text:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2024/11/calibre-7-2-1-brings-read-aloud-fixes-new-audio-overlay

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I'm a bit excited to see how this moves https://loops.video/ #fediverse #videosharing

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