Elastic Says OSI-approved AGPL License Will Be Added For Subset Of Elasticsearch And Kibana Source Code
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Elastic announced that a subset of the source code for Elasticsearch and Kibana will be licensed under the OSI-approved AGPL license. This move could impact the open-source community and the adoption of these products.

August 29, 2024 | 8:05 pm
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Elastic's decision to license parts of Elasticsearch and Kibana under the AGPL license may affect the open-source community's perception and the adoption rate of these products.
The change to an OSI-approved AGPL license for parts of Elasticsearch and Kibana could have mixed effects. While it aligns with open-source standards, it may also impose restrictions that could affect adoption. The impact on ESTC's stock is uncertain as it depends on community and customer reactions.
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