Reddit is killing off access to its main source code, because open source is bad for competition

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By Mark Wycislik-WilsonSep 4, 2017, 4:18 am204 pts
Nine years after going open source, Reddit is archiving the source code for its website and mobile apps. The source code will still be accessible, but will no longer be updated -- Reddit cites concerns about competition as one of the reasons for the change in direction. But Reddit is not completely turning its…

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