Database veterans and developers urge Oracle to move the open-source MySQL database to an independent foundation. An open letter signed by at least 248 contributors details this demand.
Signatories cite concerns over MySQL's development speed and lack of a transparent roadmap. The group also highlights the database's role in an AI-driven ecosystem.
The letter claims Oracle’s management led to a loss in market share. Developers and enterprises are shifting to PostgreSQL for AI workloads.
The group proposes a foundation-led model that includes Oracle. This transition aims to restore community trust and ensure future innovation.