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IBM and Red Hat commit $5bn to secure open-source software

· Developer Tech · May 29, 2026, 9:12 a.m.
AI Tools big-tech Cybersecurity & Development developer IBM Red Hat open-source software Software Security
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IBM and Red Hat are investing $5 billion in Project Lightwell, aimed at enhancing the security of open-source software. This initiative involves over 20,000 engineers and AI tools to identify and address vulnerabilities in corporate technology environments. It is designed to create a clearinghouse for open-source security efforts.
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