European Commission issues call for evidence on open source
4 months ago
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- The European Commission has issued a call for evidence to shape its European Open Digital Ecosystem Strategy, aiming to reduce dependence on non-EU software.
- Open source is highlighted as a public good that can enhance digital sovereignty, competitiveness, and security by providing alternatives to proprietary software.
- The feedback period is open until February 3, 2026, targeting stakeholders including the open-source community, public administrations, and academia.
- Discussions reveal concerns about the EU's approach to funding open source, emphasizing the need for support without restrictive conditions.
- The importance of maintaining existing projects over rewriting them is stressed, alongside the need for sustainable funding models.
- The call for evidence is seen as an opportunity for the open-source community to influence EU policies and secure support for critical projects.