The Pros, The Nerds Vs The OG Hackers... and I am sure that the Pros will like the Nerds soon tell you that you do not understand a single word, because you are stupid.
But not that they lack structure keep missing making a point for fucking ever.
#cyberpunkcoltoure #megacorps #deggers
Large companies are utilizing open-source software (OSS) to generate an estimated
$8.8 trillion in value for which they do not directly pay in licensing fees. This figure represents the "demand-side" value—or the cost savings companies realize by using free, community-maintained code rather than building it from scratch.
Concentrated Value Creation: The majority of the $8.8 trillion in value is created by a very small group; about 5% of developers are responsible for over 90% of the value created.
Conclusion
While it is difficult to calculate a exact "lost revenue" figure (as open source is intentionally free), the disparity lies between the $8.8 trillion in value companies receive and the relatively small amount invested back into the maintainers. As a result, the community is missing out on sustainable funding, relying on a model where 60% of maintainers are unpaid, creating significant sustainability and security risks.
Open Source never was meant to be free of charge, but means to have the source code open. Someone published a very challenging definition of both source code and free over time while enforcing their own copy rights.
Music Industry Enforcement: As of 2025, legal expenses specifically for copyright
Massive AI Settlements: Recent copyright disputes involving AI training have led to
General IP Exposure: Roughly 37% of technology companies reported exposure to IP



