Oracle acquired the JavaScript trademark in 2009 but does not actively use this trademark for commercial products. Its ownership prevents the official use of the JavaScript name in conferences and other events related to the programming language. The petition is supported by prominent figures in the JavaScript community, including the creator of Node.js, Ryan Dahl, and the creator of JavaScript, Brendan Eich. They argue that releasing the trademark would allow the language to evolve and thrive without artificial barriers
Dear Oracle,
You have long ago abandoned the JavaScript trademark, and it is causing widespread, unwarranted confusion and disruption.
JavaScript is the world’s most popular programming language, powering websites everywhere. Yet, few of the millions who program in it realize that JavaScript is a trademark you, Oracle, control.
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