Skip to main content

The Source

Stay informed: 
Announcing Authd: OIDC authentication for Ubuntu Desktop and Server

Today we are announcing the general availability of Authd, a new authentication daemon for Ubuntu that allows direct integration with cloud-based identity providers for both Ubuntu Desktop and Server. Authd is available free of charge on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. At launch, Authd supports Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) ident

New research predicts networked edge computing will present a $26bn opportunity by 2032

Report by Omdia and Canonical finds network cloudification a key priority, shows CSPs embracing open source technologies London, UK. 12 September 2024. Today, Omdia and Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, released a new research report which indicates that communications service providers (CSPs) in the  US, UK and Germany increasingly vie

Join Canonical in Bangalore at Dell Technologies Forum

Canonical is thrilled to be joining forces with Dell Technologies at the upcoming Dell Technologies Forum – Bangalore, taking place on 12 September. This premier event brings together industry leaders and technology enthusiasts to explore the latest advancements and solutions shaping the digital landscape. Register to Dell Technologies Fo

Let’s meet at World Summit AI and talk about open source and AI tooling, with a dash of GenAI

Date: 9-10 October 2024 Booth: B8 After Data & AI Masters, we cross the North Sea to attend one of the leading AI events inEurope. Between the 9th and 10th of October, our team will be in Amsterdam at World Summit AI for the second year in a row. In 2023, we had a blast

Canonical’s Anbox Cloud brings new development and testing features to improve in-vehicle infotainment

Support for AAOS (Android™ Automotive OS) enables improved testing and seamless scalability to make Android Automotive development easier. London, 9 September 2024. We are thrilled to announce that Anbox Cloud, Canonical’s solution to stream apps from the cloud, is now available for AAOS – Android Automotive Operating System.  AAOS (Andro

A desktop touched by Midas: Oracular Oriole

In the poem “To an Oriole” [1], novelist and poet Edgar Fawcett inquires about the origin and nature of the oriole. He likens the northern song bird to a “scrap of sunset with a voice” and an orange tulip in a forgotten garden that was magically transformed. This type of poetic and mystical imagery around

Meet Canonical at OpenSearchCon 2024 in San Francisco

OpenSearchCon, the annual conference that brings the OpenSearch community together to learn, connect, and collaborate, is happening in San Francisco on 24-26 September.

Meet Canonical at Open Source Summit Europe 2024

Join Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, as we attend the upcoming Open Source Summit Europe 2024 in Austria. Hosted by the Linux Foundation, this summit is the premier event for developers, technologists, and community leaders with a keen interest in the innovation that open source enables. Mark your calendars for September 16-18, 2024,


Newsletter signup

Get the latest Canonical news and updates in your inbox.

By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and agree to Canonical's Privacy Policy.

Ubuntu Summit 2024: A logo takes flight

One of the first things we think about when we start planning each Ubuntu Summit is the logo. This might seem like a small thing, but it’s important. We want our logo to reflect the summit’s location, and to provide a sense of its cultural identity in an inclusive and welcoming way. We enjoy design

Japanese device manufacturer I-O DATA DEVICE’s business expansion with Ubuntu Pro for Devices

I-O DATA has entered into a partnership with Canonical, aimed at bringing the benefits of open source and Ubuntu Pro for Devices to thousands of devices across Japan.

Canonical at IAA Transportation 2024

Book a demo with our team As the automotive industry continues to accelerate towards a more connected, autonomous, and electric future, Canonical is thrilled to participate in the IAA Transportation 2024 in Hanover. This important event is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate our latest achievements in automotive software, focusing o

Join Canonical in Vienna for Valkey Developer Day 2024

Meet Canonical at Valkey Developer Day 2024

Integrating the Ubuntu Snapshot Service into systems management and update tools

Ubuntu recently released a snapshot service to use the archive as it was at a point in history. This article explains how to integrate this into systems management or update tools.

Upgrade your desktop: Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS is now available

Whether you’re a first time Linux user, experienced developer, academic researcher or enterprise administrator, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat is the best way to benefit from the latest advancements in the Linux ecosystem — just in time for Ubuntu’s 20 year mark. The release of Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS represents the consolidation of fixes and i

Unleash the power of open source in London: Canonical Partner Executive Summit

Imagine a world where open source isn’t just a buzzword, but a catalyst for innovation and growth. A world where collaboration, knowledge sharing, and cutting-edge technology converge to unlock unprecedented opportunities. In the heart of London, a groundbreaking event brings together the biggest trends and opportunities in the open sourc

Join industry experts at Data and AI Masters

Canonical’s free online event brings you two days of hands-on workshops from NVIDIA, Intel, Google, Microsoft and Dell Join us this October 1-2 as we host our inaugural Data and AI Masters event. Streamed online, the conference will be a two-day deep dive into the latest innovations in machine learning, data science, and data solutions.


Ubuntu tech blog

Deep dives for developers

Visit the Ubuntu Tech Blog for deep dives into product features, step-by-step tutorials, and the latest updates from Canonical's engineering teams.