Staging: Latest in Software Engineering: Jan 22 (4 stories)
Thursday, 22 Jan 2026
Here is your Daily summary for Software Engineering across the world for Thu 22nd January 2026
The Army Software Engineering Center is undergoing a significant reorganization aimed at enhancing agility and ensuring the relevance of its nearly 900 employees as it phases out outdated software. This strategic shift is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and securing funding in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
In gaming, NYT Games has launched Crossplay, a new Scrabble-like game that offers a distraction-free experience, setting it apart from ad-heavy competitors. This move reflects a growing demand for more user-friendly gaming options.
Meanwhile, Ethos, a once-hot insurance tech startup, is on track to become the first tech IPO of the year, highlighting its profitability and the backing of notable investors. This development signals a potential resurgence in tech IPOs as market conditions stabilize.
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Breaking Defense • 20 Jan 2026, 12:00pmArmy Software Engineering Center reorganizes for agility - and survival
As the service phases out old software — and the money budgeted to keep it running — the SEC’s executive director has a bold plan to keep his almost 900 civil service employees relevant, competitive, and funded.
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TechCrunch • 21 Jan 2026, 2:00pm
NYT Games’ Scrabble-like game Crossplay is a dream come true
This new Scrabble inspired game is a distraction-free alternative to ad-loaded competitors like Words With Friends.
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WIRED • 21 Jan 2026, 12:06pm
Level Lock Pro Review (2026): Smart but Stylish
You’d never guess Level’s Lock Pro is smart by looking at it, and that’s my favorite part.
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TechCrunch • 20 Jan 2026, 11:36pm
One-time hot insurance tech Ethos poised to be first tech IPO of the year
Ethos was backed by a who's who of VCs and celebs through 2021. It is currently profitable, it says.
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