Git Developers Talk About Potentially Releasing Git 3.0 by the End of Next Year

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Git developers are planning to release Git 3.0 by the end of 2026.
Git 3.0 will switch to SHA-256 hashes by default for improved security over SHA1.
SHA-256 hash support and SHA1/SHA-256 interoperability have been long-term development goals.
Other significant changes are planned for Git 3.0, but SHA-256 adoption is the most notable.
The Git Contributor Summit discussed the potential release timeline, targeting end of 2026.
A major challenge is ensuring all dependent projects (Git forges, etc.) are ready with SHA-256 support.
Delays may occur if interoperability and dependent project readiness are not achieved in time.

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