Ubuntu 26.10 (Stonking Stingray) released

Ubuntu 26.10 "Stonking Stingray" has been released, bringing enhanced security features including Rust-based coreutils, post-quantum-ready package signing, and expanded TPM-backed encryption, along with Linux kernel 7.3, GNOME 51, and new AI capabilities. The release introduces improved enterprise authentication with Microsoft Entra ID integration, new RISC-V desktop images, and Myna, a locally processed speech-to-text solution for a more natural desktop experience. All Ubuntu flavors are also being released today with 9 months of maintenance support.