Open Source Initiative Blog

1. Keeping Europe safe and advancing Open Source: OSI provides feedback to the EU Cybersecurity Act

   The EU seeks to revise ENISA’s mandate by updating the Cybersecurity Act. The Open Source Initiative (OSI) has provided feedback on what changes can be made to keep Europe safer and advance Open Source.

2. LinuxFr.org joins the OSI: strengthening the francophone community

   We welcome LinuxFr.org as an OSI Affiliate and look forward to collaborating with them to support our shared commitment to Open Source. Their participation strengthens our international network and underscores the importance of nurturing Open Source cultures in all languages and regions.

3. Introducing the new API for OSI Approved Licenses®

   The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is excited to announce the availability of a new API service providing access to the canonical list of OSI Approved Licenses®. This service is fully public and free to use.

4. Open Source and the future of European AI sovereignty: Insights from Vivatech 2025

   The Vivatech panel made one thing clear: Open Source AI isn't just a matter of sharing code—it's about power, trust, and sovereignty. France and Europe must double down on the principles that foster permissionless innovation and embrace European culture and values.

5. Investing in Open Source sustainability: OSI supports OpenForum Europe’s EU Sovereign Tech Fund proposal

   The OSI has endorsed a proposal from Open Forum Europe to create an EU Sovereign Tech Fund to support maintenance and development of key Open Source software projects.