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

PyTorch Foundation Team | Jun 7, 2023

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

Irving Wladawsky-Berger | Jun 2, 2023

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Stand up for Open Source Software Patent Defense

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The Linux Foundation | Jun 1, 2023

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

The Linux Foundation | May 31, 2023

Meet New OpenSSF GM Omkhar Arasaratnam

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The Linux Foundation | May 30, 2023

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

The Linux Foundation | May 24, 2023

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

The Linux Foundation | May 24, 2023

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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

The Linux Foundation | May 18, 2023

Please Participate in the World of Open Source Global Spotlight 2023 Survey

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The Linux Foundation | May 17, 2023

The 2023 Tech Talent Report: Three things you need to know

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The Linux Foundation | May 17, 2023

Open Source

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

The Linux Foundation | May 16, 2023

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

The Linux Foundation | May 16, 2023

Diversity & Inclusion, Blog

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

Maemalynn Meanor | May 4, 2023

Understanding the business value of the OSPO

Open source software has become ubiquitous in the technology field, and organizations are realizing the benefits of working with open source projects and communities. To ensure the sustainability and growth of these projects, as an...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 3, 2023

A Huge ‘Thank You’ to This Year’s Embedded Open Source Summit Program Committee

In case you missed it, we announced the full schedule for Embedded Open Source Summit(EOSS) taking place June 27-30, 2023 in Prague, Czech Republic, as well as virtually. Some of the most well known conferences for embedded technology will...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 3, 2023

Hosting open source projects on GitHub: Nine things you need to know

Open source software has revolutionized the world of software development and technology. It has become the backbone of the digital economy, driving innovation and enabling technological advancements that improve our daily lives. Open...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 3, 2023

Applying for and working on LFX Mentorship at CNCF Kyverno Project: A first-person perspective

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The Linux Foundation | May 2, 2023

Flyte adopts a new community governance model

Author: David Espejo (OSS Developer Advocate, Union.ai) “The barrier to entry in AI is lower than ever before, thanks to open source software” says Dr. Ibrahim Haddad, Executive Director of the AI & Data Foundation, the organization that...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 2, 2023

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Linux Foundation Newsletter: April 2023

In this edition, catch up on big news stemming from KubeCon CloudNativeCon Europe, including the EU Cyber Resiliency Act, the launch of the TLA+ Foundation, a new World of Open Source survey, and recently published reports from LF Research...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 27, 2023

OpenSSF Membership Growth Signals Technical Communities’ Continued Commitment to Investing in Security

Hello, Linux Foundation members and readers! Here are some updates from the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) in Q1 2023:  Read More

Open Source Security Foundation | Apr 13, 2023

Why You Can’t Miss This Year’s Open Source Summit North America, May 10-12 in Vancouver, Canada

The eagerly anticipated Open Source Summit North America 2023 is fast approaching - we’re going LIVE in Vancouver, Canada in just 4 weeks! While the main event takes place May 10-12, attendees have the added benefit of access to over a...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 13, 2023

Linux Foundation Events Code of Conduct Transparency Report - 2022 Event Summary

As part of our commitment to transparency and fostering a welcoming and inclusive community, we are publishing our annual Code of Conduct transparency report for all 2022 Linux Foundation events. We take our Event Code of Conduct seriously...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 12, 2023

How DARPA Leverages Open Source to Secure 5G

This post is based on a presentation by Tejas Patel, program manager in the information innovation office at DARPA, given during ONE Summit North America 2022.  Read More

LF Networking | Apr 10, 2023

Diversity & Inclusion

33% of Open Source Summit North America speakers identify as female or non-binary!

At The Linux Foundation, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to building strong and vibrant open source communities. We are committed to creating an environment that embraces diverse voices and experiences, which can lead...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 6, 2023

Do I Belong? Investigating Belonging in Open Source through the Sense of Virtual Community

Authors: Bianca Trinkenreich PhD., Shuah Khan, Kate Stewart In the world of open source software (OSS) development, attracting and retaining motivated developers is key to a project's sustainability and long-term survival. But what...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 6, 2023