Ownership of open source flashcard app Anki transferred to for-profit AnkiHub

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AnkiHub team expresses excitement and responsibility in taking a larger leadership role in improving Anki.
Anki is considered sacred and community-owned, built on principles like user agency and non-manipulative design.
The team is committed to transparency, community collaboration, and maintaining Anki's open-source nature.
Key focus areas include UI/UX improvements, reducing dependency on single contributors (bus factor), and supporting diverse learners.
AnkiHub aims to enhance the add-on ecosystem and ensure Anki remains accessible and affordable.
The transition will be gradual, with clear communication and no influence from external investors.
AnkiDroid will remain open-source and self-governed, with no immediate changes planned.
The team is exploring formal governance models to improve transparency and accountability.
Add-on developers will benefit from clearer APIs, better documentation, and more stable release cycles.
Community feedback will continue to influence Anki's direction, with a focus on building trust through consistent actions.

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