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All Things Open 2025 is back in Raleigh this October! The Call-for-Papers is open—ready to share your ideas with the open-source world? Don’t miss this premier tech event! ...more

Robin Galipeau, Managing Partner at OpenPlus.ca, urges the Canadian government to reduce reliance on U.S.-based proprietary software and invest in open-source solutions like Drupal. While several government sites use open-source platforms, www.canada.ca remains on Adobe AEM, raising security and economic concerns. Galipeau highlights the benefits of open-source, including transparency, cost savings, and digital sovereignty, and announces OpenPlus.ca’s $1 million pledge to support Canadian Digital Services in expanding open-source adoption. ...more

FOSSBackstage 2025 will bring together global experts to discuss governance, compliance, diversity, and security in open-source development. The two-day Berlin event offers workshops, panels, and networking opportunities for sustainable FOSS projects. Attendees will explore strategies for collaboration, legal frameworks, and community growth. ...more

Ever wondered how a small team can keep open source afloat without burning out? In “The Reality of Funding Open Source,” Nils Adermann, founder of Packagist Conductors, reveals his strategy for sustaining critical PHP tools, reflecting a broader industry struggle that spans from Drupal to WordPress. Tune in as we unpack how these communities grapple with the delicate balance between funding, ideals, and governance. ...more

The FOSSASIA Summit 2025 is now open for registration and will take place from March 13-15 in Bangkok, Thailand, as a hybrid event. The summit will feature over 170 speakers from top tech companies, in-depth discussions on AI, DevOps, PostgreSQL, and open-source innovations. With thousands of participants expected, it promises extensive networking, exhibitions, and collaboration opportunities for the global open-source community. ...more

In 2025, nearly 150 open-source software projects are reaching end-of-life, losing security updates and support. A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-53677) in Apache Struts 6 and deprecated Struts 2 puts businesses at risk if they don’t upgrade. Experts urge organizations to plan migrations or seek long-term support to avoid cyber threats. ...more

Drupal Mountain Camp 2025 will feature Olga Baranova, co-founder of CH++, as a keynote speaker on Switzerland’s open-source law. Her session, “Public Money, Public Code: The Legal Journey of Open Source in Switzerland,” will explore the legal and political challenges of integrating open-source principles into national policy. ...more

An Open Source Security Meetup is set for February 8, 2025, at the One2N office in Pune, bringing together experts to discuss securing open source projects. Organized with Kubernetes Pune and OpenSSF, the event will feature talks on best practices and real-world security implementations. Attendees can RSVP and submit talk proposals through the FOSS United website. ...more

The Open Source Initiative and Open Future have released a white paper on responsible data governance in Open Source AI. It calls for a shift from "Open Data" to "Data Commons," promoting fairness, transparency, and sustainability. The report urges global collaboration to empower underserved regions and address key challenges like privacy, equity, and environmental impact. ...more

While FOSS is cost-effective and flexible, businesses risk violating licensing agreements without proper management ...more

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Brussels will host FOSDEM 2025 on February 1-2 at ULB Solbosch campus, bringing together thousands of open-source developers. The LibreOffice community will have a booth with freebies and a dedicated Devroom featuring 20 talks, including the announcement of LibreOffice 25.2. Attendees can explore new features and accessibility improvements and connect with project contributors. ...more