Open Source Program Offices in 2023: Key Insights and Gap Exploration
2023 has emerged as a watershed moment in the open source landscape. This year’s Open Source Program Office (OSPO) survey by the Linux Foundation and the TODO Group sheds new insights into their pervasiveness within organizations... Read More
Key Insights from "The European Public Sector Open Source Opportunity"
In an era where digital transformation is not just a buzzword but a necessity across industries, Open Source Software (OSS) has emerged as a driver for public sector innovation. The Linux Foundation's groundbreaking report, "The European... Read More
Open Source and the CRA: It Will Not Work
Expect to see open source “not approved for the EU” if the EU CRA goes forward. Read More
World of Open Source Europe Spotlight 2023: Why It Matters and What It Reveals
In an era where technological advancements are shaping the future, understanding the role and impact of open source technology is more critical than ever. This is the driving force behind the "World of Open Source: Europe Spotlight 2023"... Read More
Open Source for Sustainability: How Linux Foundation projects accelerate progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Helping to solve global challenges through shared investment in open source technologies is a large part of the work we do at the Linux Foundation, and describing the impact of our project communities in this capacity – what progress is... Read More
Linux Foundation Newsletter: September 2023
Welcome to the September edition of the Linux Foundation newsletter! This month we have an announcement about a new vulnerability disclosure policy, new research published about sustainability in open source projects, news from WASMCon,... Read More
Strengthening Security: What You Need to Know About our New Vulnerability Reporting Policy
In the digital age, security is paramount for building trust. With the constant rise of digital threats across all layers of our software infrastructure, organizations must make security a top priority. Security is a core priority at the... Read More
Will the Cyber Resilience Act help the European ICT sector compete?
And will it help EU digital sovereignty? Much has been written about the potentially damaging effects of the draft EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) on the open source ecosystem (BitKom, Eclipse Foundation, VDA, OSBA, Linux Foundation - this... Read More
Understanding the Cyber Resilience Act: What Everyone involved in Open Source Development Should Know
The European Union is making big changes to cybersecurity requirements with its proposed Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). You may have heard about the CRA’s potential impact on the open source ecosystem. But what does the Cyber Resilience Act... Read More
Why You Can’t Miss This Year’s Open Source Summit Europe
We’re less than 2 weeks away from the 12th annual Open Source Summit Europe, the premier European conference to showcase the open source community’s expertise and innovation. This year’s event will take place in Bilbao, Spain September... Read More
Joint Development Foundation to co-host first CHIPS R&D Standards Summit with industry leaders
In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, the role of standards in driving innovation and ensuring quality can’t be overstated. To that end, the Joint Development Foundation, a neutral and non-profit home to important... Read More
What You Need to Know About the US Federal Government's RFI on Open Source Software Security
Introduction The US Federal Government's recent Request for Information (RFI) on Open Source Software Security (announced by the US White House) is a noteworthy development for open source software (OSS). This RFI originated from the... Read More
OpenDaylight: Celebrating 10 Years of the Most Popular Open Source SDN Controller
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Open Daylight, so we at LF Networking wanted to spotlight how it has grown to be the most popular open source SDN controller, a top important open source project in networking, and how it will... Read More
Linux Foundation Newsletter: August 2023
Welcome to the August edition of the Linux Foundation Newsletter! We have an important announcement for the 3D graphics and virtual world industry: the launch of the Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD). Plus, don't miss our exclusive training and... Read More
3D Graphics and Virtual World Industry Welcomes Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD)
Image of iconic OpenUSD scene ‘the Pixar kitchen’ from clay render (left) to full render (right). The exciting world of 3D graphics and virtual world-building is witnessing a transformative shift driven by the escalating demand for... Read More
Embrace the Cool Change and the Future of Programming at WasmCon and Rust Global in Bellevue, Washington
Image: The skyline of Bellevue, Washington, as seen from the Mount Baker neighborhood of Seattle (SounderBruce, CC-BY-SA-4.0) Read More
Linux Foundation Newsletter: July 2023
Welcome to the July edition of the Linux Foundation Newsletter! We have exciting announcements this month, including the launch of the Ultra Ethernet Consortium and two new reports on maintainers and standards from LF Research. Plus, don't... Read More
Open Source Symbolism: Exploring the Stories Behind Project Mascots and Logos
In the vibrant world of open source communities, collaboration, innovation, and shared values are defining traits. One fascinating aspect that encapsulates these principles is using mascots and symbols. Mascots serve as narrative devices... Read More
The Open Source Opportunity for Microgrids: Unlocking Resilient Energy Solutions
The global energy landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by the need for resiliency, decarbonization, and sustainability. In this era of economic, environmental, and societal disruptions, microgrids are emerging as versatile and powerful... Read More