Open Source Initiative Blog

1. FOSDEM 2027: CFP for Open Source & EU Policy Devroom

   The OSI, in collaboration with APELL, Eclipse Foundation, Github, Linux Foundation Europe, Mozilla, NLNET Labs, Open Forum Europe, and OpenSSF, are delighted to invite you to submit a proposal for a talk, and join us for the 4th edition of the Open Source & EU Policy devroom at FOSDEM.

2. Opening New Paths for Open Source

   Members Newsletter – October 2026: From NY to Halifax and Prague, the past few weeks opened new paths for collaboration, policy, and sustainability across the open source ecosystem.

3. New website reflects OSI’s evolving mission

   Over the years, OSI’s work has expanded beyond the Open Source Definition and licensing to encompass policy and standards, research and education, and Open Source AI. The new website brings these areas into clearer focus, making it easier for the community and our partners to discover what we do and find ways to get involved.

4. Announcing the 2027 State of Open Source Survey

   The OSI has teamed up again with Perforce Zend and OpenLogic, as well as the Eclipse Foundation, for the 2027 State of Open Source Survey.

5. Open Enables a Lot: The OSI at UNGA81

   At UNGA81, OSI joined conversations on Open Source AI, digital sovereignty, and digital public infrastructure. Open by itself does very little but enables a lot.