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Open Source AI Definition: Where it stands and what’s ahead
A review of the actions taken toward establishing an Open Source AI Definition and a roadmap of the work to be done in 2024 to get to v. 1.0. Read this recap to stay in the …
The European regulators listened to the Open Source communities!
Open Source communities defended developers and foundations against risks posed by the CRA to Open Source development, and their voices were heard. Workshops being offered at FOSDEM offer a chance for others to participate moving forward. …
Announcing: The 2024 State of Open Source Report
The 2024 State of Open Source Report is now available for download. This blog highlights some of the most interesting points we at the OSI are watching from the report. The post Announcing: The 2024 State …
The OSI board expands, adding two new seats; focus on AI and international policies
Sayeed Choudhury and Gaël Blondelle have been appointed to the two new OSI board seats. Today’s blog explains why the board has been expanded, and shares the impressive bios of our new board members. The post …
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The Future of Linux User Groups and Open Source Advocacy

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Join GTALUG and our guest this month, Stefano Maffulli, to discuss the current state of Linux User Groups and Open Source advocacy, and how our community can be most effective

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Open Source AI Definition Town Hall

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Join Stefano Maffulli, Executive Director at the Open Source Initiative to hear the latest news, and comment on the drafts of the Open Source AI Definition.

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Open Source AI Definition Town Hall

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Join Stefano Maffulli, Executive Director at the Open Source Initiative to hear the latest news, and comment on the drafts of the Open Source AI Definition.

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FOSS Backstage 2024

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