Linux founder Torvalds refutes false rumors of tokenization: has never authorized, open source should not be a tool for speculation in the crypto world.

Linux founder Linus Torvalds recently issued a strong statement emphasizing that claims from individuals in the community stating they have "his approval" to tokenize and sell the code in his Git repository are completely false. (Background context: What will the world look like when Visa and Mastercard fully accept stablecoin payments?) Linus Torvalds, the founder of the well-known operating system Linux, recently made a brief public statement regarding rumors circulating in the market. On his personal GitHub page, he explicitly denied any intention to participate in or authorize any tokenization of his code (such as the Linux kernel), while also expressing skepticism towards cryptocurrencies. Linus Torvalds was born in 1969 in Finland and is one of the most famous programmers in the world today. He began developing the Linux kernel in 1991 and subsequently initiated this open source project, and he is also the founder and main developer of the open source project Git. A screenshot of Linus Torvalds's GitHub page. His statement reads: I’m told that there are people claiming to “tokenize” my git repositories with my approval. I just want to clarify that that is not the case. I do not believe in monetizing my repositories. If you believe crypto-currencies are anything but a scam, I have a bridge to sell you. But I’m not selling source code. Chinese translation: I heard that someone claims to “tokenize” my Git repository and said they got my consent. I want to clarify: this is completely untrue. I will not monetize my repository code. If you really believe cryptocurrencies are anything but a scam, then I have a bridge to sell you (note: this is a sarcastic remark, meaning you are too gullible). But I’m not selling source code. Core message of the statement: This statement conveys several key messages: Publicly refuting false authorization claims: Linus clearly states that any claims of "his consent to tokenize his source code" are false news. He has not participated in or authorized any similar activities. Opposition to code commercialization, especially through blockchain: He strongly opposes monetizing open source code in the form of tokens or NFTs, as this goes against the open source spirit and his values. Extremely negative attitude towards cryptocurrencies: With the statement "If you believe crypto-currencies are anything but a scam...", he essentially indicates that he believes the entire crypto industry is mostly a scam or hype. The phrase "I have a bridge to sell you" mentioned afterward is a classic American sarcasm, implying that the other party is overly naive. Upholding open source values: The code belongs to the public, not to be treated as speculative assets. With his last remark, "But I’m not selling source code.", he emphasizes that open source is not a commodity; he has never treated code as an asset for trading. This statement fully showcases Linus Torvalds's consistent straightforwardness, sharpness, and humor. Using clear language to clarify the facts, he expresses his disdain in a humorous way. Therefore, if you really see any tokenization projects related to Linux in the future, they are likely not officially authorized (although meme coins don’t really care about that…). Related reports: What will the world look like when Visa and Mastercard fully accept stablecoin payments? What should Taiwan's crypto derivatives users do when they go offshore? Stablecoins must maintain financial sovereignty. Opinion: Holding ETH is the best strategy to benefit from the stablecoin wave. <Linux founder Torvalds refutes tokenization rumors: never authorized, open source should not be a tool for crypto speculation> This article was first published in BlockTempo, "The most influential blockchain news media."