The Dawn of Android 16: Google Releases Source Code to AOSP (June 10, 2025)
Following the global cybersecurity crises of 2023-2024, global regulators adopted strict "Right to Repair" and "Software Transparency" acts. Vendors are now legally required to provide source code audits for any software handling critical infrastructure. The June 10 release is a proactive compliance measure to retain government contracts. operating system source code release june 10 2025
In related open-source news from the same period, Microsoft released a critical patch for a Stealth Falcon zero-day vulnerability on June 10, 2025. Additionally, Google open-sourced Pebble smartwatch code earlier in 2025 to preserve the legacy of its firmware. The Dawn of Android 16: Google Releases Source