When is Linux 7.0 stable releasing?

Linus aims for April 12. Likely slips to 19th with an extra RC.

What WiFi drivers got fixed in Linux 7.0-rc7 ?

Atheros/Qualcomm Ath11k and Ath12k — performance killer since launch, now patched.

Better security docs for AI agents to file smarter bug reports. Humans still rule. (Word count: 942)

Linus Torvalds eyes an on-time Linux 7.0 drop. rc7 piles on fixes — including AI agent docs that scream 'lazy devs ahead.'

theAIcatchup Apr 07, 2026 4 min read

Linux 7.0-rc7 focuses on driver fixes, especially WiFi performance for Qualcomm chips. 𝕏
New security docs target AI agents for better bug reports — a sign of bot reliance? 𝕏
Linus optimistic for April 12 stable release, but history suggests delays. 𝕏

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