Linux Foundation Launches Open Driver Initiative to Strengthen Hardware Support Across Linux (opens in new tab)

by George Whittaker The Linux Foundation has announced a new Open Driver Initiative, a collaborative effort aimed at improving the development, maintenance, and long-term sustainability of open-source hardware drivers across the Linux ecosystem. The initiative reflects growing demand for better hardware compatibility in areas ranging from desktops and gaming systems to cloud infrastructure, automotive platforms, AI hardware, and next-generation networking. As Linux expands into more industrie...