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Linus Torvalds: AI is just a tool, says kernel dev

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Linus Torvalds stated that AI is merely a tool, similar to other technologies used in development. In response, kernel developer Lorenzo Stoakes argued that AI's classification as a tool is only applicable when one is not the target of its careless application, drawing a parallel to a nuclear bomb. AI

IMPACT This discussion highlights differing perspectives on AI's role and potential harm within the open-source community.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a prominent figure in open source discussing the nature of AI.

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Linus Torvalds: AI is just a tool, says kernel dev

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  1. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Linus Torvalds told the kernel mailing list that AI is 'a tool, just like other tools we use.' Lorenzo Stoakes owns the kernel's memory code. He replied that it

    Linus Torvalds told the kernel mailing list that AI is 'a tool, just like other tools we use.' Lorenzo Stoakes owns the kernel's memory code. He replied that it is a tool the way a nuclear bomb is a tool. He was not asking to ban AI, only who gets hurt when it is aimed carelessly…

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