Reddit’s r/opensource moderators exclude AI projects under new rules

First reported by Tom's Hardware at · Updated · 2 sources

The restrictions cover projects built with AI, projects that use it and those intended for AI applications. They also impose requirements on project age and contributor numbers, while excluding people who do not speak English. According to The Next Web, the rules shut out solo developers, and moderator Wolvereness announced them.

  • Tom’s Hardware contrasts the rules with Linux’s acceptance of disclosed AI-assisted code contributions.

Covered by 2 publishers within 9 hours of the first report.

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Tom's Hardware Reddit’s r/opensource bans AI-made and AI-focused projects, also bans non-English speakers · Newton Gitonga
The Next Web Reddit’s r/opensource bans AI projects, and non-English speakers too · Ana Maria Constantin