From A to B to Billions: The Remarkable Rise of Linux
In 1991, a Finnish student's simple program displaying alternating letters grew into Linux - the operating system now powering billions of devices worldwide. Follow the journey from Linus Torvalds' humble university project to a revolutionary force in modern computing.
WordPress Access Battle Sparks Class Action Lawsuit Against Automattic
A class action lawsuit challenges Automattic's decision to block WP Engine from accessing WordPress updates and resources, affecting thousands of websites. The case could set precedents for open-source software control and trademark enforcement while testing WordPress's commitment to remaining freely accessible.
The Dark Side of Open Source: How Startups Are Manipulating AGPL Licensing for Lock-in
Venture-backed startups are increasingly exploiting the AGPL open source license as a strategic tool for vendor lock-in while maintaining an open source facade. This concerning trend undermines core open source principles of transparency and user freedom through calculated license manipulation.
Legal Victory Forces AVM to Provide Full Router Software Reinstallation Rights
A groundbreaking court case in Berlin compels Germany's largest router manufacturer AVM to grant users complete software modification capabilities. The Software Freedom Conservancy-funded lawsuit establishes a precedent for device owners' rights under LGPL licensing terms.
WordPress in Crisis: Co-Creator Deactivates High-Profile Community Contributors
WordPress co-creator Matt Mullenweg has sparked controversy by deactivating several prominent community members' accounts amid governance disputes. The move follows tensions with major players like Yoast SEO creator and WP Engine, raising questions about leadership and community contribution in the popular CMS.
The Hidden Battle Over FOSS Copyright: Why Corporate Ownership Threatens Open Source Freedom
A critical examination reveals most FOSS developers unknowingly surrender their copyrights to employers, potentially undermining copyleft protections. This shift from individual to corporate copyright ownership poses significant challenges for enforcing licenses like GPL and maintaining open source software integrity.