[Linux Founder Clearly Supports AI Programming: Linux Will Not Become an Anti-AI Project] July 16 news: Linux founder and chief maintainer of the kernel, Linus Torvalds, has explicitly stated that the Linux kernel will not become an 'anti-AI project.' Those who oppose other developers using AI can fork the project themselves or simply leave. He stated that AI is already a clearly useful development tool. The real issue to address is how to make large models assist maintainers, rather than generating low-quality patches and repetitive bug reports. Linux does not force anyone to use AI, but it will also not accept banning others from using it. The Linux kernel currently allows AI-assisted contributions, but they must be labeled as Assisted-by. AI cannot sign developer origin certificates, and code review and full responsibility still rest with the submitter. Linus also emphasized that Linux engages in open source to achieve better technology, not for 'religious reasons.' Decisions in the kernel project will be made based on technical merit and will not reject AI out of fear of new tools.