Sign in Subscribe

Developer / android / Rust

Google can't get enough of Rust for Android OS

Use of Rust has surpassed C and C++ in Android's first-party code

By Noah Bovenizer

Updated Nov 14, 2025 5:49 PM / Published Nov 14, 2025 1:24 PM 2 min read

Two locks and safety latches covered in Rust. Android is using Rust for memory safety gains. — Image credit: https://unsplash.com/@designbytholen

This content is for members only

Subscribe

Already have an account? Sign in

Add The Stack on Google

Noah Bovenizer

Noah Bovenizer is a reporter with The Stack. He previously covered the transportation sector for Global Data. He has a first class degree in journalism and has also worked as a newsreader for Gaydio.