A developer shut down QBZ, an open-source Qobuz music client for Linux, after receiving a cease-and-desist from Qobuz. The developer praised Qobuz's professionalism and values while explaining that open-source development conflicts with industry licensing rules, and advocated for better Linux desktop software support.
The developer of QBZ, a Linux desktop client for music streaming service Qobuz, has shut down the project following requests from Qobuz. The developer emphasizes that Qobuz acted professionally and respectfully, and argues that QBZ's closure demonstrates Linux users deserve better software support, though any future for the project would require formal platform access that conflicts with open-source principles.