Blender's Development Funds Unlikely to Face Further Obstacles in Securing Next Partner
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| Source: Mastodon | Original article
Blender's development funds may soon partner with Lockheed Martin.
Blender's development funds have sparked controversy with their recent partnership with Anthropic, as reported on April 28. The open-source 3D computer graphics software suite has now opened the door to potential partnerships with other major corporations, including Lockheed Martin Corporation. This move has significant implications for the future of Blender's development and the potential influence of corporate interests on the project.
The Blender Development Fund's corporate membership program allows companies to contribute to the project's development in exchange for grants and review of supported projects. While this funding model has enabled Blender to release new versions, such as the recent 4.5 LTS and 4.2 LTS, it also raises concerns about the potential for corporate influence on the project's direction. As Blender continues to grow and expand its user base, the community will be watching closely to see how these partnerships shape the project's future.
As the Blender community awaits the next update on the project's development, the possibility of Lockheed Martin Corporation becoming a partner has significant implications. The community will be watching to see how Blender's leadership navigates these partnerships and balances the need for funding with the need to maintain the project's independence and community-driven spirit. With the next Blender Today update scheduled for Friday, fans and developers will be tuning in for the latest news on the project's development and future plans.
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