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Torvalds: Linux kernel moving to 'healthier model' for AI contributions

Torvalds releases Linux 7.4 RC with record commit volume

2 Nov 1 6:11 PM · 10d ago · 1 article · 1 source · development 2 of 2

Linus Torvalds posted the first release candidate for Linux kernel 7.4, which contains nearly 20,000 commits compared to the usual ~15,000. The spike is driven largely by AI-assisted work on kernel improvements and fixes.

Torvalds releases Linux 7.4 RC with record commit volume
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“This is a *BIG* merge window… I'm *much* happier with the flood of AI triggered work going into the merge window than it showing up mainly as extra fixes during the -rc period.”

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