# How Modern C++ Is Still Dominating in 2026

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Podcast: [The Programming Languages Podcast with Fexingo: Python, Rust, JavaScript, and Modern Coding](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-programming-languages-podcast-with-fexingo-python-rust-javascript-and-modern-coding-7872026)
Published: 2026-06-22T21:53:09+00:00
Episode link: https://audio.fexingo.com/business/the-programming-languages-podcast/episode-0067.mp3
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Lucas and Luna explore the surprising staying power of C++ in 2026. With recent updates like C++23 and C++26 on the horizon, the language continues to dominate high-performance domains—from game engines to financial trading to autonomous vehicles. They break down why C++ remains indispensable despite the rise of Rust and Zig, using concrete examples like Unreal Engine 5 and high-frequency trading firms. This episode cuts through the hype to show why C++ isn't going anywhere. #C++ #CPlusPlus #Cpp23 #Cpp26 #Programming #SoftwareEngineering #GameDevelopment #UnrealEngine #HighFrequencyTrading #AutonomousVehicles #Performance #SystemsProgramming #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #ModernCoding #LanguageEvolution #TechTrends2026 Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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