"Where does Europe and where does Europe want to stand? We must be able to guarantee our sovereignty in many areas, and technological sovereignty is most important in this age. "
We would like to close our last session at the Summit with this strong message from Alexandra Geese, one of our panellists.
Thank you very much for joining us today, both onsite in Brussels and online!
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We also welcomed today the keynote address by Valeriya Ionan, Deputy Minister for Eurointegration, Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.
She highlighted Ukrainian efforts to advance digital transformation and innovation, one of which is Diia, an open source e-government platform that manages the provision of the majority of public services.
[#]opensource
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"Collaboration is everything: collaboration within the public sector, collaboration between governments, collaboration within the open source community. We need to make sure the concept of open collaboration is well understood." - Jutta Horstmann, Public Sector Panel
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Amandeep Gill, the UN Envoy on Technology Under-Secretary-General delivered a keynote address, highlighting that:
"The European Union continues to demonstrate leadership in digital space. One of the most notable aspects of this progress is the region's embrace of open source. "
He also announced the release of the OSPOs for Good 2024 report and the launch of the UN Open Source Week this summer.
Make sure to read the report:
https://www.un.org/digital-emerging-technologies/sites/www.un.org.techenvoy/files/OPSOs_for_Good_2024_Conference_Report.pdf
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"Software has been regulated to some extent, and now we need the structure in European standardisation to develop standards which are fit for purpose"
This quote is an excellent wrap-up of the Summit's fifth panel on standards and regulations that was just concluded.
But there are two more panels to go!
Join us online:
https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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At our fourth panel today, "Letta, Draghi and Open Source for a Competitive Europe," Philipp Ahmann highlighted a key insight: "Standardisation is driving the speed of open source. That's what companies and organisations are identifying", don't miss our next ones ! https://summit.openforumeurope.org/#
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"Now is the time to provide the public with open source alternatives, and there is an opportunity for Europe to play a role in that process, including the digital cooperation side. "
Our panellists from the third session just concluded the discussion on global cooperation on digital commons, public infrastructure, and open source funding. 🌍💡
Join us online:
https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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We just wrapped our second Summit panel, exploring how open source foundations tackle sustainability, under-resourced maintainers, and global challenges for the future of collaborative tech! 👨💻 🌐
[#]OpenSource
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"If were are to have answers to Draghi and to Letta, to the Competitiveness Compass that was put to us, [then] open source needs to be part of the answer."
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Today is the day!
OFE is delighted to announce that the EU Open Source Policy Summit has officially kicked off. We are tuning in to a full day of insightful conversations on open source for Europe.
Follow us live now by joining the online streaming via the link and stay tuned for more live updates:
https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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The EU pushes forward on AI with its new AI Office & open-source definition.
This panel discusses the technical and policy intricacies of open source AI, highlighting opportunities to promote transparency and ethical governance and maintain the EU's competitiveness.
Join the Summit online on 31st of January: https://lnkd.in/eRarQGwF
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With perspectives spanning policy-making and industries, this year’s EU Open Source Policy Summit’s keynotes will bring insights into the transformative power of open source in digital technologies and its role as a main ingredient in shaping Europe and the globe.
To watch the keynote addresses, join the Summit online on 31 January:
https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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OFE would like to express our sincere gratitude to the sponsors supporting the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2025.
Thank you for joining us and contributing to the event’s success!
Learn more about agenda & join us online: https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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OpenForum Europe is seeking a Policy Advisor to shape and advocate digital policies. 📢
This role involves policy research aligned with the new regulatory landscape as well as project management in the advancement of OFE’s goals.
📆Deadline: 19 February 2025
More information: 👇
lnkd.in/derRDQQw
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Europe must regain its competitive edge in a software-driven world. 💻
This panel at the EU Open Source Policy Summit will explore how open source boosts innovation, efficiency, & collaboration in key sectors.
Learn more & join online: 🔗 https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
[#]OpenSource #Innovation
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OFE’s Chair Sachiko Muto & OFE's Executive Director Astor Nummelin Carlberg joined the OpenWallet Forum in Switzerland today.
Grateful to ITU, OpenWallet Foundation & Daniel Goldscheider for hosting this key event on open standards & interoperability.
[#]OpenSource #Interoperability
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Final countdown to the European Open Source Awards! 🚀
We are only a week away from the first-ever European Open Source Awards — a landmark event honouring Europe’s open source innovation and impact, launched by the European Open Source Academy and funded by the European Union!
OFE is happy to express our support for the inaugural ceremony that will take place on 30 January in Brussels.
Learn more about the European Open Source Academy and Awards: 👇
https://lnkd.in/dbAQn7dc
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Europe stands as a leader in open source innovation and digital policy. But broader global dialogue on digital cooperation remains essential to effectively unlock the benefits of open technologies. 💡
This panel will examine how Europe’s prominent role in the digital landscape strengthens advocacy for global funding and collaboration in open source technologies. Key themes include digital commons, public infrastructure, and public goods.
Learn more and join us online.
https://summit.openforumeurope.org/
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📅 Looking for open technology events happening around the first week of February 2025? We’ve got you!
The EU Open Source Week is a platform to find events related to open technology, digital policy, and EU policy development in Brussels, and online in late January.
📲 Check here: https://opensourceweek.eu/
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With the new legislative cycle, the EU is again on track to address existing challenges to maintain its competitiveness in an ever-changing geopolitical landscape. What place does the open source take in the EU’s digital strategy? 🌐
This panel explores open source’s role in driving digital sovereignty, innovation, & competitiveness in Europe. Topics include software regulation, funding, security and edge-cloud research.
🔗 Learn more about the Summit: lnkd.in/eRarQGwF
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