# Linus Torvalds sees signs AI-prompted patch flood has peaked

Source: [www.theregister.com - Articles](https://www.theregister.com/security/2026/11/09/linus-torvalds-sees-signs-ai-prompted-patch-flood-has-peaked/5308345) · 2026-11-09 · Industry
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Kind: release · Impact: medium

## In brief

- Linus Torvalds says the worst of the AI-prompted patch flood may be behind the Linux kernel project.
- Linux 7.4 rc2, the second release candidate for the next kernel, has been released.
- Torvalds rated the release as big for two reasons; the available source excerpt does not state them.

## Why it matters

If the flood of AI-prompted patches is easing, kernel maintainers may face a lighter review load, and contributors submitting AI-assisted patches should expect continued scrutiny of patch quality.

## Versions

- Linux 7.4 rc2

## Coverage

- [Linus Torvalds sees signs AI-prompted patch flood has peaked](https://www.theregister.com/security/2026/11/09/linus-torvalds-sees-signs-ai-prompted-patch-flood-has-peaked/5308345) — www.theregister.com - Articles, 2026-11-09

Tags: linux, kernel, ai, open-source, patches

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