The new year is here! It's time to predict the year ahead (and look back on last year).

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The Linux Cast

Two podcast hosts review their 2025 Linux predictions (mostly incorrect) and make new predictions for 2026. Key predictions include Ubuntu shipping AI features by default, Mozilla being acquired by an AI company, XFCE releasing with Wayland support, and Linux becoming a common secondary OS for mainstream users. They discuss containerization adoption, ARM processors, flatpak becoming the default app format for immutable distros, and the potential shutdown of Matrix chat protocol.

2026 Linux Predictions