Linus Torvalds says Linux kernel is out of ‘stabilization phase’ and using ‘much healthier model’ for AI contributions

Linus Torvalds reports that the Linux kernel development process has exited its initial stabilization phase regarding AI-generated code submissions. While AI tools are now actively used to generate patches, maintainers frequently rewrite these contributions to ensure they meet the project's quality standards. This approach suggests that the kernel community is integrating automated assistance while maintaining strict manual oversight to preserve code integrity.