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"Open-source" in 2024 is a synonym for "ransomware."

It's still nice that I can audit the code and contribute (unpaid) changes, but I no longer assume anyone is acting in good faith.



This is why you should look for software that calls itself "FOSS" or "Free Software" instead. Avoid CLAs at all costs as well. If the software is licensed under a GPL-like license without a CLA and has had significant contributions from multiple people, this relicensing rugpull is nearly impossible.




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