Should I delete the "updates" on my Mac?

So I'm using this app to help me free up some space on my Macbook Air and I noticed that a folder labeled "Updates" takes up a whopping 8 GB and they're just a jumble of letters but they sport the icon for the updates. Should I delete these? (I'll include a pic).

No. If u delete it, it's likely that something will go wrong. Updates are essential and the letters is part of the programming.

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