# Mojo programming language from Modular (now Qualcomm) goes open-source

Modular's Mojo, a high-performance programming language designed for AI and systems programming, has been released as open source. The language, now under Qualcomm following its acquisition, aims to combine Python usability with C-like performance. This move enables broader community contributions and adoption.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://www.modular.com/blog/modcon-announcements) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:47:19 +0000