SoftwareTechnology

Uno Platform Deepens Microsoft Alliance to Advance .NET 10 Cross-Platform Capabilities

Uno Platform has strengthened its collaboration with Microsoft’s .NET division as .NET 10 Release Candidate 2 launches. The partnership focuses on Android 16 integration, WASM multithreading, and graphics engine improvements. This alliance reportedly aims to accelerate cross-platform development capabilities across mobile, web, and desktop environments.

Strategic Partnership Strengthens .NET Ecosystem

Uno Platform has announced an expanded partnership with Microsoft‘s .NET division, marking a significant deepening of their collaboration as .NET 10 Release Candidate 2 becomes available. According to reports, this strengthened alliance aims to enhance the foundation of cross-platform software development while contributing back to the broader .NET ecosystem. Sources indicate that Uno Platform, which has built its entire framework atop .NET since inception, will work closely with Microsoft on several key initiatives.

ComputingTechnology

AMD and Intel Forge Unprecedented Alliance on Open Firmware Standard to Streamline Silicon Integration

In a rare industry collaboration, AMD and Intel are jointly backing the Open Silicon Firmware Interface (openSFI) specification. The initiative aims to establish a common standard for how firmware interacts with silicon components across different vendors. Industry analysts suggest this could significantly reduce engineering costs and improve sustainability in hardware development.

Breaking Down Industry Barriers

In an unexpected partnership, semiconductor rivals AMD and Intel are reportedly collaborating on the Open Silicon Firmware Interface (openSFI), according to industry reports. Sources indicate this specification aims to create a common, architecture-neutral interface that allows host firmware to interact seamlessly with silicon initialization firmware across different vendor platforms.

EconomyFinance

Banking Sector Woes Drag Down Market Futures as Loan Losses Mount

Market futures pointed lower Friday following credit quality concerns at regional banks and auto lender failures. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow futures all declined as commercial loan deterioration worries intensified.

Market Futures Decline Amid Banking Sector Concerns

U.S. stock futures were trending downward Friday morning as reports of commercial loan losses at regional banks and auto lender bankruptcies sparked concerns about credit quality deterioration, according to market analysis. Contracts tied to major indices showed declines, with S&P 500 futures reportedly falling 0.4%, Nasdaq 100 futures down 0.6%, and Dow Jones futures dipping 0.1%.