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
Linux Foundation Newsletter: June 2023
The Linux Foundation celebrates our diverse and inclusive LGBTQIA+ community. In this month's newsletter, we take a stand against patent trolls. Discover the RISE project hosted by LF Europe, and stay current with the latest research on... Read More
Join the PyTorch Foundation: Membership Now Open
In September 2022, we welcomed PyTorch to the Linux Foundation from Meta, which formed the PyTorch Foundation with founding members AMD, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, Meta, Microsoft, and NVIDIA. Read More
Are Open AI Models Safe?
A recent NY Times article, “In Battle Over A.I., Meta Decides to Give Away Its Crown Jewels,” reported that Meta, — the technology giant that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp — made the decision to open source LLaMA, its... Read More
This Year’s Embedded Open Source Summit Should NOT Be Missed!
We are just four weeks away from the Embedded Open Source Summit (EOSS) kicking off in Prague, Czech Republic + virtually, and we’d be remiss if we didn’t call attention to all of the reasons to attend this epic event. EOSS is a new... Read More
Meet LF Sustainability: How our hosted projects are enabling sustainable development and advancing United Nations goals
While progress in the digital realm is essential, addressing our planet's sustainability challenges is equally crucial. The LF Sustainability initiative is LF's response to this global call to action. It aligns LF-hosted open source... Read More
Aligning open source projects with common objectives: Meet LF Digital Trust
Open source projects are increasingly vital in advancing digital asset ecosystems. But discovering them and avoiding duplication of effort and resources can sometimes be challenging. To improve project discovery and encourage greater... Read More
Linux Foundation Newsletter: May 2023
In this edition, catch up on the new LF Connectivity project, Open Source Summit North America announcements, the 2023 Tech Talent Report, four new LF Research surveys, LFX Mentorship news, and more. Read More
At Open Source Summit North America, community strength lit up Vancouver as much as the sun
From May 8 to May 12, over 2000 people from the open source community and over 1400 virtual attendees gathered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest city of Vancouver, British Columbia, for the Linux Foundation’s premier annual conference,... Read More
An interview with Marc Prioleau, Executive Director of Overture Maps Foundation
Marc Prioleau, a seasoned business development executive with over two decades of experience in the mapping and location industry, is the new Executive Director of the recently launched Overture Maps Foundation (OMF). The OMF is an... Read More
Lean in to the Linux Foundation’s Software Developer Diversity and Inclusion (SDDI) Project
Open source, naturally by design, welcomes diversity because anyone can contribute the code from anywhere in the world. Teams are often geographically distributed, leading to more expertise, viewpoints, life experiences, and positive... Read More