Linux kernel: Maintainers plan to phase out “assisted-by” tag
The development of the Linux kernel is increasingly influenced by AI technologies. However, the maintainers plan to abolish the so-called “assisted-by” tag, which identifies AI-supported changes in the code. The reason for this is that the day is hardly used anymore. Linus Torvalds, the main maintainer of the Linux kernel, also uses AI, which shows that the technology plays a role in the development landscape, but is not always applied in the expected way. The decision to remove the tag underscores that the use of AI in open source projects is not yet standardized or used effectively. The maintainers emphasize that while AI support is there, the benefit to the community is not enough to keep the day.
The discussion around AI in open source projects reflects a larger debate about the role of AI in software development. While some developers use AI as a tool to increase efficiency and reduce manual tasks, there is also skepticism as to whether the technology is really beneficial in practice. Voting on the Assisted-by tag is a sign that the community is becoming aware that AI does not automatically lead to better results. The developers emphasize that while AI support is there, the benefit to the community is not enough to keep the day.
In addition to the debate about AI in open source projects, there are also other developments in the field of technology. Microsoft is investigating issues with Exchange servers after October updates are installed. The problems could be due to errors in the updates that lead to communication disruptions. The company is working to identify the causes and find solutions to ensure server stability. At the same time, Snapchat loses a process for AI chat data because the use of user data for advertising in its AI chatbot My AI is considered illegal. The Cologne Regional Court has ruled that data processing violates data protection. This underlines that the use of AI in practice often brings legal and ethical challenges.
The developments show that the integration of AI into technologies is becoming increasingly complex. While AI is used in some areas such as software development and customer service, there are also concerns about legality and efficiency. The discussion about the “assisted-by” tag in the Linux kernel is an example of how the community has to deal with the challenges of AI integration. At the same time, the situation shows that the use of AI in practice is often not yet optimal and further research and development is required.
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