NVIDIA today released its 580.142 production branch driver for Linux. This update is noteworthy as it includes the open GPU kernel modules, an ongoing initiative by NVIDIA to enhance integration and transparency within the Linux ecosystem. The 580.142 driver, a stable branch release, is expected to deliver a range of general bug fixes, stability improvements, and potentially expanded hardware compatibility, benefiting a broad spectrum of users from Linux gamers to professional developers utilizing NVIDIA GPUs. This release follows closely after the 595.44.02 Vulkan Developer Beta Driver, released two days ago on March 13, 2026, highlighting NVIDIA's simultaneous development across multiple driver branches.