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HashiCorp strikes back
Apr 8, 2024
HashiCorp clashes with OpenTofu over code similarities, introducing Polar platform. Discussion on challenges of microservices, release of Common Corpus for LLM data, and Loki for fact verification.
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- HashiCorp disputes Open Tofu's code usage, sparking copyright concerns and potential escalation.
- Polar, a Patreon-like platform for software creators, offers unique features like funding splitting and industry advisor involvement.
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Copyright Controversy: HashiCorp vs. Open Tofu
The podcast episode delves into the copyright controversy between HashiCorp and Open Tofu regarding the alleged misuse of code. Matt Asai's article suggested that Open Tofu may have taken HashiCorp's code improperly. Despite differing opinions from software experts like Dan LaRank and Joe Duffy, the issue raised serious copyright concerns, especially regarding the similarities in code functionalities. Both parties responded with statements defending their positions and indicating a potential escalation of the dispute.
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