Open Source is increasingly used in digital technologies and open source software business also plays a huge role in the European economy. Based on a study published 2021 by the European Commission on the impact of open source software (OSS) and open source hardware (OSH), the study estimates that open source software contributes between €65 to €95 billion to the European Union’s GDP and promises significant growth opportunities for the region’s digital economy. To achieve that, we should actively engage in a transition towards more openness in its political and investment culture.

In this track we will be showcasing innovative open source solutions and technologies of tomorrow as well as different strategies, business & community models. We will also dive into the importance of open source in strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty and the role of open LLMs in the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). You will hear interesting case studies from various open source companies – both from Finland and abroad.

This track program will cover topics such as:

• Open source in the European legislative landscape
• Strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty
• Open LLMs for transparent AI
• Open source strategies, business & community models
• Concrete case studies from various fields… and more!