# Why Rust Is Winning the Memory Safety Battle 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: 2026-07-15T09:52:48+00:00
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Episode 112 of The Programming Languages Podcast dives into Rust's dominance in 2026's memory safety landscape. Lucas and Luna break down how the U.S. government's push for memory-safe languages and major industry shifts have cemented Rust as the go-to for systems programming. They discuss the White House Office of the National Cyber Director's 2024 report, Microsoft's 70% memory safety bug findings, and the Android team's adoption of Rust. The hosts explore why Rust's ownership model is revolutionary, how it compares to C and C++, and what challenges remain in adoption. A must-listen for developers wondering if Rust is worth the learning curve. #Rust #MemorySafety #SystemsProgramming #CProgramming #CPlusPlus #CyberSecurity #WhiteHouseReport #Microsoft #Android #LinuxKernel #ProgrammingLanguages #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #SoftwareDevelopment #Compiler #OwnershipModel #SafeCode Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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