The steward of the Open Source Definition, setting the foundation for the Open Source Software ecosystem.
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The UN’s Open Source Week in NYC brought people together from around the world to discuss the promise of Open Source and how it can be leveraged to build sustainable digital public goods and infrastructure. The week included side events focused on openness and AI and two full days at the UN dedicated to Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs) and Digital Public Infrastructure.
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The EU seeks to revise ENISA’s mandate by updating the Cybersecurity Act. The Open Source Initiative (OSI) has provided feedback on what changes can be made to keep Europe safer and advance Open Source.
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We welcome LinuxFr.org as an OSI Affiliate and look forward to collaborating with them to support our shared commitment to Open Source. Their participation strengthens our international network and underscores the importance of nurturing Open Source cultures in all languages and regions.
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The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is excited to announce the availability of a new API service providing access to the canonical list of OSI Approved Licenses®. This service is fully public and free to use.
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The Vivatech panel made one thing clear: Open Source AI isn't just a matter of sharing code—it's about power, trust, and sovereignty. France and Europe must double down on the principles that foster permissionless innovation and embrace European culture and values.