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Morpht’s Murray Woodman outlines how government agencies can use Drupal’s Webform module in GovCMS SaaS to build rule-based decision tools. The guide explains how to apply business logic through submission preprocessors, PHP calculations, and Twig templates, offering a code-driven approach to deliver personalized user experiences—without relying on external systems. ...more

The Drupal Association is urging immediate financial support to help the Oregon State University Open Source Lab meet a $250,000 funding goal by May 14, 2025. The nonprofit lab provides hosting and infrastructure for major open source projects including Drupal, Apache, Debian, and Firefox. ...more

Germany commits to adopting the Open Document Format (ODF) across public administration by 2027, advancing digital sovereignty and open-source innovation! ...more

Open Source adoption is soaring in 2025—but so are challenges. From cost savings to skills gaps and security risks, the latest report dives into what’s driving growth and where the cracks are showing. Get the full scoop at opensource.org. ...more

EU unveils 'EU OS'—a Linux-based system for the public sector, aiming to boost digital sovereignty and cut ties with U.S. tech giants. Built on Fedora with KDE, it’s a fresh take on open-source governance. But not everyone’s on board with the distro choice. ...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

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

Open-source advocate Don Watkins shares his favorite Linux and open-source podcasts, including shows from Jupiter Broadcasting and Late Night Linux. Listen to expert insights, sysadmin tips, and software discussions. ...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

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

Tired of being tethered to costly, proprietary software? Discover OpenAlternative—the ultimate resource for finding open-source solutions tailored to your needs. Celebrated by Hacker News, Product Hunt, and Indie Hackers, this community-driven platform ranks the best alternatives using a cutting-edge algorithm that balances GitHub stats, project activity, and community input. Join a growing movement of developers and businesses embracing the freedom and flexibility of open source. Explore, contribute, and transform your workflow with OpenAlternative today! ...more

The Open Source Initiative (OSI) has announced the most popular open-source licenses for 2024, with the MIT License leading at 1.7 million pageviews and 1 million unique visitors. BSD 3-Clause, Apache 2.0, and BSD 2-Clause licenses followed, reflecting their flexibility and broad appeal. OSI plans to enhance license pages in 2025, adding features to better support developers and open-source newcomers. ...more