[zeromq-dev] License status update?

[Pieter Hintjens]

libzmq will not move to MPLv2, this intention is for new projects, and
those with small contributor bases.

On Mon, Feb 23, 2015 at 12:02 AM, Derek <via at realloc.net> wrote:
>     Hello!
> Regarding this from http://zeromq.org/area:licensing
>
> Intent to Move to MPL v2
>
> It is the intention of the ZeroMQ community to move gradually towards the
> Mozilla Public License v2, as a replacement for the current LGPLv3 + static
> link exception.
>
> MPLv2 offers largely the same advantages as our custom LGPLv3 + static link
> exception license, with the added advantage of being a standard license,
> thus easier for corporate lawyers to accept.
>
> MPLv2 is the recommended license for new ZeroMQ projects, and where
> possible, ZeroMQ projects should collect approval from contributors to move
> towards MPLv2.
>
>
>
>
> The last sentence there is unclear to me:
>
> "MPLv2 is the recommended license for new ZeroMQ projects..."  Does that
> mean I am licensed to use ZeroMQ under MPLv2?  GitHub still only shows
> LGPLv3 + static link exception.
>
> "ZeroMQ projects should collect approval from contributors to move towards
> MPLv2"  This sounds like it is not yet available under MPLv2.
>
>
> I am considering a project where MPLv2 would be acceptable but GPLv3 may not
> be.  Is there any schedule or drive towards an MPLv2 license?
>
>
> Thank You,
> Derek
>
>
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