# CPython eases Rust requirements as assimilation continues

DevFeed: [CPython eases Rust requirements as assimilation continues](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/cpython-eases-rust-requirements-as-assimilation-continues-17408.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://www.theregister.com/devops/2026/09/14/cpython-eases-rust-requirements-as-assimilation-continues/5296010>)

Author: Joab Jackson

Published: 2026-09-14T10:45:00Z

Content type: article

Language: en

Sources: [www.theregister.com - Articles](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/www-theregister-com-articles.md>)

Topics: [Python](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/python.md>), [Rust](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/rust.md>)

Tags: [devops](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/devops.md>), [open-source](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/open-source.md>), [python](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/python.md>), [rust](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/rust.md>)

## AI overview

CPython is making Rust an optional requirement, allowing Python developers to benefit from Rust while avoiding the backlash associated with making Rust mandatory.

## Source excerpt

By making Rust opt-in, the Python builders hope to enjoy Rust bennies without the backlash that roiled the Linux kernel keepers