Software Engineering | Web Development
Redis changed its license
Redis, the in-memory database known for its speed and ease of use, recently announced a significant change to its licensing model, shifting from its long-standing open-source license to a dual licensing scheme. This move has sparked widespread discussion and concern within the software development community, particularly among those who have relied on Redis for its open-source flexibility.
The Change: Dual Licensing
Redis has adopted a dual licensing model, incorporating the Redis Source Available License (RSAL) V2 and the Server Side Public License (SSPL) V1 for future releases. This approach aims to blend advanced data types and processing engines, previously exclusive to the Redis Enterprise stack, into the open Redis ecosystem. However, this amalgamation comes with a catch: the new licensing restricts how Redis can be used, particularly in commercial contexts, moving away from the permissive nature of its previous BSD license.
