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Linus Torvalds declares Linux will embrace AI as a useful tool

Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, has stated that Linux will not be an anti-AI project. He views AI as a useful tool, asserting that its utility is no longer in question. Torvalds indicated that any developers who disagree with this stance are free to fork the Linux project or leave. AI

IMPACT Signals a shift in open-source project philosophies, potentially influencing how AI tools are integrated into established software.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a prominent figure on AI's role in open-source projects.

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Linus Torvalds declares Linux will embrace AI as a useful tool

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  1. Simon Willison TIER_1 (ET) ·

    Quoting Linus Torvalds

    <blockquote cite="https://lore.kernel.org/linux-media/CAHk-=wi4zC+Ze8e+p3tMv8TtG_80KzsZ1syL9anBtmEh5Z40vg@mail.gmail.com/"><p>I realize that some people really dislike AI, but this is an area where I'm willing to absolutely put my foot down as the top-level maintainer.</p> <p>Lin…