Linux Kernel Drama: Bcachefs Gets the Axe

The upcoming Linux kernel 6.17 will drop support for Bcachefs, a COW filesystem, due to escalating tensions between its maintainer, Kent Overstreet, and Linus Torvalds. The conflict stems from disagreements over code submission practices and timing, violating established community rules. A central point of contention was a new 'journal-rewind' feature submitted during the release candidate phase, raising concerns from other developers. Despite Overstreet's arguments about user data integrity, Torvalds ultimately decided to remove Bcachefs entirely, marking a notable event in Linux kernel development history.