Favorite The world runs on Open Source. From global commerce and finance to AI and critical infrastructure, the software that powers progress is increasingly built in the open. But Open Source in the enterprise isn’t just about technology—it’s about collaboration at scale. That’s why we’re excited to highlight the Certified Open Source Developer for Enterprise…
Favorite Be part of a global conversation on the future of openness at the OpenForum Academy (OFA) Symposium 2025, taking place November 18–19 at the FGV Law School in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Through expert panels, case studies, and collaborative discussions, the Symposium will consider the transformative potential of openness in uncertain times. The Open…
Favorite Each year, the State of Open Source Report offers a valuable pulse check on the global Open Source ecosystem—and the 2025 edition is no exception. Produced by Perforce OpenLogic, in partnership with the Eclipse Foundation and the Open Source Initiative, this report uncovers the latest trends, tensions, and transformations shaping how Open Source is…
Favorite In conversations around Open Source AI, a familiar idea keeps surfacing: that “openness is a spectrum.” It sounds convenient, especially when trying to reconcile proprietary data or partially open models with the ideals of Open Source. But let’s be clear: this is a flawed premise—and one the Open Source community must push back on.…
Favorite In 2024, the European Union approved the Artificial Intelligence Act, the world’s first legal framework for AI. Part of the law mandated the creation of a Code of Practice for General Purpose AI for AI developers. The OSI applied to take part in the drafting of these rules, but when the first draft arrived,…
Favorite The Open Source Initiative (OSI) board of directors met to validate the results of the polls, confirmed Carlo Piana as director and welcomed Ruth Suehle, recommended by Affiliates, and McCoy Smith recommended by Individual supporters, as new directors. The OSI thanks all of those who participated in the 2025 board polls by asking questions…
Favorite The Open Source Initiative (OSI) submitted public comments with the Apereo Foundation in response to the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy’s (OSTP) request for information (RFI) on an AI Action Plan. The development of an AI Action Plan was directed by President Trump’s Executive Order, “Removing Barriers to American Leadership in…
Favorite The Open Source Initiative (OSI) has released its strategic roadmap for 2025, outlining critical initiatives designed to reinforce its role as a central authority in the Open Source ecosystem. We presented this plan to OSI’s Affiliates a few weeks ago and decided to share it more broadly. This plan addresses the evolving challenges facing…
Favorite Every year, public authorities in the European Union spend around 14% of annual GDP on services, works and goods. As European governments continue to digitalize, a growing share of this spending is on digital solutions. Sadly, few of these solutions are built on Open Source software, but that might be about to change: the…
Favorite Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world at a remarkable pace, with Open Source AI playing a pivotal role in shaping its trajectory. Yet, as AI advances, a fundamental challenge emerges: How do we create a data ecosystem that is not only robust but also equitable and sustainable? The Open Source Initiative (OSI) and…
