# Badges, Bytes, and the Battle for Digital Freedom — June’s Open Source Digest

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Podcast: [Open Source News Elements](https://stenobird.com/podcast/open-source-news-elements-7412645)
Published: 2026-06-25T15:14:47+00:00
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## Resource

Join John as he unpacks the month’s most compelling developments from the frontlines of tech and open source. From Pimoroni’s innovative badge kits redefining STEM education, to critical Linux kernel upgrades and the imminent KIDS Act shaking up online safety, this episode dives deep into the platforms, legislation, and industry partnerships changing our digital world. Whether it’s new education access tools for underserved communities or breakthroughs in AI chips and secure server management, discover how progress and policy are shaping our freedoms and the future of technology in Australia and beyond.

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