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Will we be seeing you in Munich for the #IAAMobilitySummit in September?

Our team will be there to discuss how trustable software is shaping the future of mobility.

Let’s connect at the summit. Please comment below if you are attending.

#iaasummit2025 #TrustableSoftware #opensource #automotive
Did you see our recent blog post on externally verifying #Linux deadline scheduling with reproducible embedded #Rust?

Read the blog post in full: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/ext...

#Linux #RaspberryPi #Scheduling #CTRLOS #RTOS
Externally verifying Linux deadline scheduling with reproducible embedded Rust
Exploring how Codethink used embedded Rust to measure Linux’s scheduling performance with an external clock, while maintaining bit-for-bit reproducibility of the testing firmware.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:14 PM
We are extremely pleased to announce that Codethink has achieved a positive functional safety assessment to IEC 61508 and ISO 26262 for the Eclipse Trustable Software Framework (TSF).

Find out more and view the release in full here: www.codethink.co.uk/news/tsf-ann...

#IEC61508 #ISO26262
Codethink Limited Announces the Trustable Software Framework Functional Safety Assessment
Codethink Achieves Positive Functional Safety Assessment to IEC 61508 and ISO 26262 Standards for the Eclipse Trustable Software Framework
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October 30, 2025 at 1:34 PM
New blog post!

Our latest article explores how Codethink used embedded #Rust to accurately measure Linux’s real-time scheduling performance with an external clock, while maintaining bit-for-bit reproducibility of the testing firmware.

Read the article: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/ext...

#Linux
October 3, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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“Rust in Safety Critical” was the focus of today’s Oxidize 2025 panel, with insights from Florian Gilcher (@ferroussystems.bsky.social), Jonas Wolf (Vector), Rolland Dudemaine (TrustInSoft) & Daniel Silverstone (@codethink.co.uk). #RustLang #SafetyCritical
September 18, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Today is the final day of #OxidizeConf 2025. We hope you've enjoyed Tuesday and Wednesday's contributions from the Codethink team.

Reach out or comment below if you would like to learn more about the Eclipse Trustable Software Framework.

www.codethink.co.uk/trustable-so...
September 18, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Software Testing with QEMU.
No hardware? No problem.

QEMU helps embedded software teams:
- Start development earlier
- Run automated CI testing at scale
- Debug faster in a virtual environment

Check out our recent blog post on the subject to learn more: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/202...

#qemu
Speed Up Embedded Software Testing with QEMU
Facing hardware delays? Testing embedded software doesn’t have to wait—here’s how QEMU bridges the gap.
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August 28, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Will we be seeing you in Munich for the #IAAMobilitySummit in September?

Our team will be there to discuss how trustable software is shaping the future of mobility.

Let’s connect at the summit. Please comment below if you are attending.

#iaasummit2025 #TrustableSoftware #opensource #automotive
August 27, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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What makes software trustable? This one-day workshop by Lucas Biaggi (@codethink.co.uk) explores how to apply the Eclipse Trustable Software Framework to Rust projects, combining methodology, modeling & automation for real-world assurance: oxidizeconf.com/sessions/tru... #RustLang #TrustableSoftware
August 13, 2025 at 7:54 AM
You can’t treat UNECE R155/156 like a checkbox. It’s a long-term software commitment.

In this blog post, Laurence Urhegyi details the benefits that come when OEMs treat software as a first-class, long-term responsibility. www.codethink.co.uk/articles/con...

#vehiclesecurity #cybersecurity #unr155
How Continuous Testing Helps OEMs Navigate UNECE R155/156
Discover how continuous testing helps OEMs meet UNECE R155/156 compliance with automated testing, robust OTA updates, and long-term software maintainability.
www.codethink.co.uk
August 5, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Do you own your software or are you simply renting it?

Software is never a temporary feature, especially in the fast-moving world of embedded systems.

Our latest blog post to gets under the hood of code ownership, potential risks and how to bridge the gap.

www.codethink.co.uk/articles/sof...
July 29, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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At Oxidize 2025, Daniel Silverstone (@codethink.co.uk) presents Safety Monitor - an open-source, configurable and Rust-based tool to track system state on Linux that supports defining a safe-state definition in mixed-criticality environments: oxidizeconf.com #RustLang #Safety #Linux
July 22, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Check out John Ellis' latest contribution for Forbes Technology Council. John dives into the regulations and standards that impact the automotive industry, and whether compliance is really enough.

You can read the full article below.

www.forbes.com/councils/for...

#un155 #TrustableSoftware #sdv
Why Regulatory Compliance Alone Will Leave The Auto Industry Behind
So what happens when innovation outpaces regulation? You meet the bare minimum. But your competitors—and your liabilities—keep moving.
www.forbes.com
June 17, 2025 at 10:52 AM
RISC-V Summit Europe gets underway in Paris today! In our blog post, find out where and when you can find us, including details about our talk, ‘Implementing Runtime-Configurable Endianness in RISC-V: Challenges and Solutions’

→ Read: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/ris...
RISC-V Summit Europe 2025: What to Expect from Codethink
Join Codethink at RISC-V Summit Europe 2025 for a talk on runtime-configurable endianness in RISC-V and a poster session.
www.codethink.co.uk
May 12, 2025 at 9:13 AM
We're delighted to announce the publication of the baseline Safety Assessment report for Codethink Trustable Reproducible Linux. The report validates Codethink's safety argument for using CTRL OS in safety-critical and mixed-criticality systems up to SIL 3/ASIL D. www.codethink.co.uk/news/trustab...
May 6, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Blog post: 'Cyber Resilience Act (CRA): What You Need to Know' 🔐

In our latest blog post, we unpack what the #CRA means, when it will be implemented, who it impacts, and outline the penalties for non-compliance.

→ See how the CRA impacts you: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/wha...
Cyber Resilience Act (CRA): What You Need to Know
Explore the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), its impact on businesses and affected sectors, its implementation, and penalties for non-compliance.
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April 25, 2025 at 7:36 AM
From the Boeing 737 crash to medical device recalls, real-world failures show what's at stake when #software goes unchecked.

Writing for Design News, Laurence Urhegyi explains why continuous testing is becoming increasingly important in our software-driven world.

www.designnews.com/automotive-e...
April 22, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Writing for @forbes.com Technology Council, Codethink's John Ellis describes the six pillars software needs to avoid the mistakes of the 2008 financial crisis.

→ Read:
The Six Pillars Software Needs To Be Trustable
Constructing society’s most vital systems can't rely on blind faith—it’s about provable integrity.
www.forbes.com
April 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Codethink's Chairman Paul Sherwood sits down with the @eclipsefdn.bsky.social to answer questions regarding the Trustable Software Framework (TSF).

→ Watch the interview:
Paul Sherwood on the Eclipse Trustable Software Framework
Why did Codethink join the Eclipse SDV Working Group? What’s the vision behind Eclipse Trustable Software?In this video, we sit down with Codethink’s Paul Sh...
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April 8, 2025 at 7:49 AM
RISC-V Summit Europe is just around the corner!

In Paris, we'll be presenting our work on big-endian support for RISC-V. This project involved patching QEMU and other open source software to enable big-endian operation.

Read our blog post on the project:
To boldly big-endian where no one has big-endianded before
Codethink investigates big-endian support on little-endian architectures by exploring RISC-V's new runtime-controllable endianness, with QEMU as testing base.
www.codethink.co.uk
April 2, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Automotive OEMs are under growing pressure to meet UNECE R155/156 regulations, ensuring vehicles remain secure for 15+ years after production.

→ Read our blog post to discover how continuous testing helps OEMs achieve a long-term software strategy:
How Continuous Testing Helps OEMs Navigate UNECE R155/156
Discover how continuous testing helps OEMs meet UNECE R155/156 compliance with automated testing, robust OTA updates, and long-term software maintainability.
www.codethink.co.uk
March 28, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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🚀 GNOME 48 is here!
After months of hard work from contributors worldwide, this release brings exciting updates and improvements. 🎉

🔎 Check out what’s new in hashtag#GNOME48 in the release notes: release.gnome.org/48
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March 19, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Did you know we have a range of downloadable reports and white papers on the Codethink website? The content covers a variety of topics, including software engineering and the Trustable Software Framework.

→ Read our reports and white papers here: www.codethink.co.uk/reports.html
March 19, 2025 at 11:35 AM
In our latest blog post, Codethink investigates big-endian support by exploring RISC-V's runtime-controllable endianness, using QEMU as the testing base.

Read here: www.codethink.co.uk/articles/ris...

✍️ Lawrence Hunter, Ben Dooks, Roan Richmond

#opensource #qemu #bigendian #riscv
To boldly big-endian where no one has big-endianded before
Codethink investigates big-endian support on little-endian architectures by exploring RISC-V's new runtime-controllable endianness, with QEMU as testing base.
www.codethink.co.uk
March 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Join us in Bangkok for #FOSSASIA 2025! Sudip Mukherjee and Chibuzor Jude Onyenegecha will be delivering the talk: 'The Joys, Pains and Benefits of Migrating a Production Project to Kernel LTS'.

Find out more here: eventyay.com/e/4c0e0c27/s...
March 5, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Writing for Design News, John Ellis explores why it's not enough for the automotive industry to rely solely on safety certifications.

Read the article to learn how we can build a more trustable future for driving: www.designnews.com/automotive-e...

#automotive #drivingsoftware #automotiveindustry
How Can We Trust Software in Cars?
The rise of software-defined vehicles leaves us critically dependent on the reliability of code.
www.designnews.com
March 3, 2025 at 1:26 PM