Posts tagged "Policy"

2025-02-05 | Stefane Fermigier

A recent report by the Gesellschaft für Informatik e. V. (GI) paints a bleak picture of Germany's digital policy, highlighting the country's growing dependence on monopolistic tech companies and the risks to its digital sovereignty. This post explores the key findings of the report and what they...

2025-01-30 | Stefane Fermigier

The European Commission is subsidising significant discounts (90%) on a cloud training scheme for SMEs, but as expected by anyone who has been following this trend for the last 25 years, the courses focus heavily on AWS. This is a small, but revelatory example of scoring goals against our own...

2025-01-17 | Stefane Fermigier

The EuroStack Initiative is a call to action, an invitation to reimagine Europe's digital future, to move beyond a mindset of competition and adaptation, and to embrace a future of sovereignty and self-determination. By applying the teachings of Donella Meadows, we can ensure that the EuroStack...

2025-01-15 | Stefane Fermigier

As we embark on 2025, the European digital ecosystem appears to find itself at a critical juncture. The momentum built around digital sovereignty and FOSS adoption in recent years faces new challenges and uncertainties, particularly with the re-election of Donald Trump as US President. The...

2025-01-01 | Stefane Fermigier

The year 2024 has been a pivotal one for the intersection of Open Source software (FOSS) and digital sovereignty in Europe. With increasing awareness of the strategic importance of controlling digital infrastructure and data, the debate has moved from theoretical discussions to concrete actions,...

2024-12-10 | Stefane Fermigier

We explore the importance of enforceable interoperability, focusing on open standards and the risks of weakened definitions. It provides actionable recommendations for strengthening interoperability in complex environments like cloud computing and telecommunications.

2024-11-19 | Stefane Fermigier

We analyze the outcomes of the 'Toward European Digital Independence: Building the Euro Stack' conference, highlighting areas of alignment with strategic goals, identifying gaps, and proposing concrete actions to further the cause of European digital independence.

2024-09-12 | Stefane Fermigier

This draft aims to establish a robust set of criteria that define what it means for software or a digital service or system to be considered 'sovereign' within the European context. It draws inspiration from various sources, including the Digital Summit's focus group on digital sovereignty, the...

2024-02-25 | Stefane Fermigier

The European Commission's commitment to Open Source software is a key aspect of Europe's digital agenda. Building on previous Open Source Strategy documents (2014-2017 and 2020-2023), we outline a proposal for a renewed and expanded strategy for 2024-2027, addressing evolving digital challenges...

2024-02-07 | Stefane Fermigier

The passage of the Cyber Resilience Act by European institutions has sparked controversy, with the Open Source community and SMEs at the heart of the debate. This post examines the missteps and oversights that marred the CRA's development, highlighting a legislative process marked by deficiency...

2024-01-01 | Stefane Fermigier

The year 2023 saw a surge of interest in Open Source software as a cornerstone of digital sovereignty across Europe. From the EU's Open Source Strategy to national initiatives and industry advocacy, key themes emerged that shaped the landscape of Open Source in Europe. This article provides an...

2023-12-12 | Stefane Fermigier

Europe's digital policy is in a state of flux, with policymakers grappling to balance security, innovation, and the unique nature of Open Source software. While the EU aims to bolster its digital sovereignty and cybersecurity, exemplified by the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), its approach and...