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Canonical is preparing to fully support RISC-V in Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, set for release in April 2026. This endorsement could significantly boost RISC-V adoption across data centers and consumer devices, as it will receive the same level of support as x86 and ARM.

Canonical has been developing RISC-V support in recent releases, committing to long-term maintenance and security for this architecture. The RISC-V hardware market has matured, with several companies releasing compatible products, particularly in China. Canonical's move positions it to attract RISC-V vendors and sets a precedent for other distributions, as RISC-V becomes a focal point for major software platforms.