GitHub has introduced the ability to access private feeds using a private token, addressing the issue that some popular feed readers struggle with HTTP authentication or SSL feeds. The private token ensures that users can securely access their feeds, with the added security feature that changing the user's password will automatically change the token, providing protection if a token is compromised. The traditional HTTP authenticated feeds continue to function without requiring a token. Additionally, thanks to the contributions of Mislav, the feed now validates correctly and operates over SSL, enhancing its security and reliability.