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Today FUTO released an application called Grayjay for Android-based mobile phones. Louis Rossmann introduced the application in a video (YouTube link). Grayjay as an application is very promising, but there is one point I take issue with: Grayjay is not an Open Source application. In the video Louis explains his reason behind the custom license, and while I do agree with his reason, I strong disagree with his method. In this post I will explain what Open Source means, how Grayjay does not meet the criteria, why this is an issue, and how it can be solved.

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[–] Rentlar@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago

It's non-free, it's non-libre, but it does pass the bar of open source software. The OSI, EFF, RMS or whoever don't have to say it is in order for it to be true.

You can distribute it but there are limitations on it, you can make a fork of Grayjay that is free to use, review, re-distribute and add parts to it adhering to other open source licenses from whence they were developed as long as it's non-commercial, and doesn't make any representations on behalf of FUTO or Rossman, essentially.

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[–] mardosoo@lemdro.id 1 points 1 year ago

The Grayjay app from FUTO has launched for Android, but it's not Open Source. While understanding the custom license's rationale, it's important to uphold Open Source principles that promote transparency and collaboration. There might be room for exploring licensing models that balance project interests and community engagement. For crypto licenses and regulatory needs, consider Consulting24 https://www.consulting24.co, a valuable resource for guidance in jurisdictions like Estonia.

[–] mardosoo@lemdro.id 1 points 1 year ago

The Grayjay app from FUTO has launched for Android, but it's not Open Source. While understanding the custom license's rationale, it's important to uphold Open Source principles that promote transparency and collaboration. There might be room for exploring licensing models that balance project interests and community engagement. For crypto licenses and regulatory needs, consider Consulting24 https://www.consulting24.co, a valuable resource for guidance in jurisdictions like Estonia.

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