Linux 7.0 debuts as Linus Torvalds ponders AI's bug-finding powers and their impact on release process

TechThe Register4h ago

TL;DRLinux 7.0 released with official Rust support and revived ancient CPU code.

Why it matters: Rust integration improves memory safety; Torvalds exploring AI for bug detection could reshape kernel development workflows.

Makes Rust support official, adds code for ancient Alpha and SPARC CPUs Linus Torvalds has released version 7.0 of the Linux kernel.…

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