Fake job recruiters hide malware in developer coding challenges

A new variation of the fake recruiter campaign from North Korean threat actors is targeting JavaScript and Python developers with cryptocurrency-related tasks.

TIOBE Index for February 2026: Specialized Languages Gain Ground as Python’s Lead Eases

February 2026 TIOBE Index shows Python still far ahead, C strengthening in second, C# rising, and R holding the top 10 as rankings compress.
Nature

AI agents are hiring human 'meatspace workers' — including some scientists

Biologists, physicists and computer scientists have joined a platform called RentAHuman.ai to advertise their skills.

Top Health Care Tech Degrees for High Salaries and Long-Term Job Security

Want a high-paying health tech job without med school? These degrees lead to six-figure roles in data, cybersecurity, devices, and informatics.
InfoWorld

Reactive state management with JavaScript Signals

Learn how frameworks like Solid, Svelte, and Angular are using the Signals pattern to deliver reactive state without the ...

OpenAI upgrades its Responses API to support agent skills and a complete terminal shell

With OpenAI's latest updates to its Responses API — the application programming interface that allows developers on OpenAI's platform to access multiple agentic tools like web search and file search ...

Azul 2026 State of Java Survey & Report: 62% of Enterprises Now Leverage Java to Power AI Functionality, 41% Rely on High-Performance Java Platforms to Reduce Cloud Compute Costs

Azul, the only company 100% focused on Java, today announced the results of its 2026 State of Java Survey & Report. The annual study, based on responses from more than 2,000 Java professionals ...