At the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, the panel “Competitiveness Open Source in the Automotive Industry” explored how open source can strengthen competitiveness across the automotive value chain. Watch the full discussion: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9rl...

OFE Lounge Series 2026 starts tomorrow (18:00–18:50) with Session 1: Reforming Regulation 1025 on agility, inclusiveness and governance. Featuring Andreea Gulacsi (CEN-CENELEC) Jochen Friedrich (IBM) & Markus Reigl (Siemens), discussing ESOs, an IT standardisation hub & system impact. Register ↘️

The French Interministerial Directorate for Digital Affairs (DINUM) announced plans to move government workstations away from proprietary operating systems in favour of open source. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Earlier this year at the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, OpenForum Europe launched the UN Open Source Week 2025 Conference Report. Our latest blog post offers a short overview of the UN event and highlights OFEs specific contributions. Read the blog post: openforumeurope.org/global-open-...

Open Technology Research (OTR) just sent out the latest edition of their newsletter. Subscribe to the OTR newsletter to stay up to date with the Open Technology Research initiative, featuring the latest news, research, and opportunities across the open technology ecosystem.

At the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, the panel “Building Alternatives – Cloud & AI” explored how open source can underpin new ecosystems across cloud and AI. www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7FM...

OFE’s Laszlo Igneczi joined Paul Sharratt (Sovereign Tech Agency) and Felix Reda (GitHub) on stage at the Sovereign Tech Europe conference, hosted by Forum Europe in Brussels on 23 April, to discuss how open source technologies support digital sovereignty by enabling 'structural sovereignty'.

OFE Lounge Series starts 6 May with Session 1: Reforming Regulation 1025 on agility, inclusiveness and governance. Andreea Gulacsi (CEN-CENELEC), Jochen Friedrich (IBM) & Markus Reigl (Siemens) will discuss ESOs, an IT standardisation hub & system impact ↘️ openforumeurope.org/events/ofe-l...

The 2-day workshop “Digital Public Infrastructure and Europe”, organised by OpenForum Europe and Co-Develop, concluded today in Brussels. Building a pathway for a European digital public infrastructure agenda, the discussions will feed into an upcoming white paper. Follow our channels for updates.

The ALLPROS.EU project has published a policy brief exploring how semiconductor IP is shifting from protection to collaboration. It highlights the potential of open architectures like RISC-V, licensing models, and patent pools to boost innovation. openforumeurope.org/publications...

At the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, the “OSPOs as Sovereignty Engines” panel explored how organisations are building capacity for digital sovereignty. OSPOs emerged as key to scaling collaboration, governance, and secure open source adoption across Europe. www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcxa...

The European Commission’s Open Source Observatory has published its second update of the Czechia Country Report, examining the evolution and recent developments in open source software adoption in the country over the past three years. Read more: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

The ninth NGI Zero funding round is supporting 57 free and open source projects working on shared digital infrastructure. Explore the full list of projects and see how they’re shaping the future: nlnet.nl/news/2026/20... #OpenSource #InternetFreedom #NGIZero #FOSS

Croatian academic & scientific communities launched a joint platform, OpenCode.HR. This new initiative seeks to centralise open data and promote reusability and cross-sectoral cooperation. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Only one month to go until the OFE Lounge Series 2026 begins! Register now: openforumeurope.org/events/ofe-l... This year’s series will focus on the revision of Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012. OFE's Policy Advisor, Clara Thébert will moderate the four online sessions.

Kenya has launched an Open Source Programme Office (OSPO) within its Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, becoming the first African country to take this step. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

@eosa.bsky.social is hosting a new webinar. Join the European Open Source Academy on April 8th at 14:00 CEST for: “Breaking Cloud Lock-in: The Role of Open Source and Standards in Creating a Competitive Cloud Market.” Register now: europeanopensource.academy/form/breakin...

OpenForum Europe is expanding! We are excited to welcome our new Policy Analyst, Éléonore Daxhelet. Éléonore initially joined OFE as a Research Assistant in June 2025 and has now transitioned into a full-time role. Join us in welcoming Éléonore to the OFE team!

Open Technology Research has now published the key insights from all three global consultations it held on 19 March, to shape its research agenda, ensuring it reflects the real challenges practitioners face.

In Feb 2026, France’s ANSSI updated its open source policy: all agency software will now use licenses compliant with French law, aiming to align releases with national legislation and promote secure, legally sound open source practices. interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Finland’s open source polling platform, Voxit, fosters transparent and collaborative citizen engagement in political debates, aiming to reduce polarisation. Read the full article by the EU Commission's Open Source Observatory: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Today we sent out our newsletter! The OpenForum Europe newsletter is the best way to keep up with our work and the broader open technology ecosystem in Europe. Sign up now: openforumeurope.org/newsletter/

Last Nov, ESA & IBM Research released ImpactMesh, a global dataset of floods & wildfires, used to fine-tune the open source AI TerraMind. Open sourcing these tools boosts research, disaster preparedness, and access to satellite data. interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

The panel “Europe’s Software Challenge” at the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026 explored how openness can act as a foundation for competitiveness, innovation, and digital sovereignty. Watch the full discussion: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIZg...

In the final episode, Amandine Le Pape looks at how procurement and policy can drive real change. Building open source may be harder than closed source—but the benefits for maintainers, organisations, and users are transformative. www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWMG...

Episode 6 tackles common misconceptions about open source. Amandine Le Pape explains the risks of relying on projects without supporting them—and why sustainability is critical for the long-term health of the open source ecosystem. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7STh...

The German Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation (SPRIND)’s new initiative puts public input at the centre of government innovation, using open source tools to turn feedback into real projects. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Episode 5 focuses on open source business models that work. Amandine Le Pape breaks down revenue approaches such as managed hosting, dual licensing, training and certification, and hardware bundling, showing how sustainable models can amplify open source impact. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lB79...

16 June 2026 – OFE’s Capital Series is coming to Nicosia, Cyprus. Join policymakers, industry, and the open source community to explore Europe’s digital future and opportunities for Cyprus. Register now: openforumeurope.org/events/open-...

In Episode 4, Amandine Le Pape explores what it takes to build a sustainable open source business. Learn about the key enablers, practical steps, and long-term thinking required to turn open source innovation into lasting impact. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2o6U...

In a new article for the European Commission’s Open Source Observatory, Nicholas Gates highlights the launch of the Open Technology Research initiative and its mission to develop a global research agenda for open technology. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Ep 3 of the EOSA Masterclass takes a pratical look at building responsibly in the open source landscape and key decisions when starting an open source business. Amandine explains licenses, roles in the open source ecosystem, and why “open washing” undermines trust. www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEV5...

The eighth NGI Zero funding round is supporting 44 projects working on shared digital infrastructure. A new call opens every two months, the current call closes April 1. Explore the full list of projects and see how they’re shaping the future: nlnet.nl/news/2026/20...

In Episode 2 of the European Open Source Academy Masterclass, Amandine explores how open source drives economic, societal, and business impact, and why building on it goes far beyond technology. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nauh...

Amsterdam’s Digital Autonomy Strategy (2026–2035)aims to cut reliance on proprietary tech. Phase 1 maps systems to enable a shift to open source & local infrastructure. Read the article for more info: xn--interoperableeurope-s65k.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Ep. 1 of the EOSA Masterclass, “The Story of Element and Matrix,” with Amandine Le Pape explores the journey of building Element and the Matrix.org Foundation. Discover the potential of open source businesses and how open source principles can drive innovation. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Gt_...

Open Technology Research is developing a shared global research agenda and inviting community input. Join the consultations or share your views 👇 → Register for a roundtable: opentechresearch.org/blog/shaping... → Complete the survey: app.formbricks.com/s/cmmc6fcrnz...

Italy’s Anti-Corruption Authority and the National Research Council released an open source tool to help prevent corruption and strengthen public sector transparency. Read the European Commission’s Open Source Observatory article for more info: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

Open Technology Research is developing a shared global research agenda and inviting community input. Join the consultations or share your views 👇 → Register for a roundtable: opentechresearch.org/blog/shaping... → Complete the survey: app.formbricks.com/s/cmmc6fcrnz...

The European Commission’s Open Source Observatory published the final OSOR Handbook, a practical guide for European public administrations on using, developing, and contributing to open source, from discovery and procurement to governance. Read here: openforumeurope.org/publications...

At the Summit 2026, Dirk Schrödter stressed that sovereignty in the 21st century depends on digital infrastructure. How to achieve digital sovereignty? Binding open source strategies Open source–first procurement Strong cross-sector collaboration Watch his keynote: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vvdk...

OpenForum Europe (OFE) is also recruiting a paid Research Intern! A unique opportunity to work at the intersection of EU digital policy, open source, and digital sovereignty. Apply by 20 March 2026 (rolling interviews): Learn more: openforumeurope.org/join-the-ofe...

OpenForum Europe (OFE) is hiring! We’re looking for a paid Policy Intern to join our team in Brussels. Applications open until 20 March 2026 (interviews start immediately). Learn more & apply: openforumeurope.org/join-the-ofe...

It’s been a month since the Summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders & public admins to explore who open tech can boost Europe's digital sovereignty. In our newest blogpost, OFE's Nicholas Gates recaps the key discussion Read the blog post: openforumeurope.org/the-eu-open-...

To relive a day full of dialogue and collaboration, we’ve created an aftermovie that captures the energy of the EU Open Source Summit. It highlights the full day and features Aura Salla, Liv Marte Nordhaug, Thibaut Kleiner, and Sachiko Muto. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j3S...

The Agency for Digital Government’s December 2025 report highlights prerequisites for successful open source adoption, based on Danish and international experiences. This article from @ec.europa.eu Open Source Observatory explores the report. interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

The OFE newsletter is the best way to keep up with our work and the open technology ecosystem in Europe. It delivers the latest on EU policy developments, key events, new publications, and opportunities to collaborate, all in one regular update. Subscribe here: openforumeurope.org/newsletter/

OpenForum Europe has updated its October Public Letter, now joined by three new signatories: the Open Knowledge Foundation Deutschland e. V., the Processing Foundation and the Drupal Association. Read the updated public letter: eu-stf.openforumeurope.org/wp-content/u...

In 2025, the German federal government committed to adopting Open Document Format (ODF) as a national standard by 2027. This article from the European Commission’s Open Source Observatory (OSOR) explores this development. Read the full article: interoperable-europe.ec.europa.eu/collection/o...

EU Open Source Week 2026 wrapped up on February 1, and OpenForum Europe is thrilled to have been part of so many inspiring activities. In our newest blog post, we reflects on OFE’s involvement in the EU Open Source week. Read the full blog post: openforumeurope.org/connecting-e...