Linux Foundation Europe

At #OpenSovereignCloudDay at #KubeCon + #CloudNativeCon EU, Alireza Rahmani (Red Hat) presents “Designing for Exit: Why Portability Is a Sovereignty Requirement.”

How cloud-native design and open standards enable portability and why it’s essential for #digitalsovereignty.
https://sched.co/2H5UT
Event info: https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/open-sovereign-cloud-day/#about

At #OpenSovereignCloudDay at #KubeCon + #CloudNativeCon EU, Antoine Tielbeke (Team Rockstars IT) presents “Progress Over Purity: Sovereignty That Actually Ships.”

A pragmatic take on #digitalsovereignty, why making progress matters more than waiting for perfect solutions. https://sched.co/2H5UQ
Event schedule: https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/open-sovereign-cloud-day/#schedule

At #OpenSovereignCloudDay at #KubeCon EU, Emiel Brok (SUSE / DOSBA) explains the EU Cloud Sovereignty Framework, including SEAL levels and the Sovereignty Score, and why open source is essential for achieving digital sovereignty in Europe.
https://sched.co/2H5UN

Event info: https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/open-sovereign-cloud-day/#schedule #CloudNativeCon #KubeCon

Thierry Carrez and Paula Grzegorzewska will open #OpenSovereignCloudDay, hosted by Linux Foundation Europe and CNCF.

The event brings together cloud native practitioners, policymakers, and open source communities to explore how open technologies enable interoperable and resilient sovereign cloud infrastructure. https://sched.co/2H5wv
#CloudNativeCon #KubeCon #opensource #digitalsovereignty

The schedule for Open Sovereign Cloud Day is live!

Co-hosted by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation and Linux Foundation Europe, the event brings together cloud native practitioners, maintainers, and public & private sector leaders to explore how open source supports digital sovereignty. https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/open-sovereign-cloud-day/#about

#ThrowbackThursday

Earlier this year, Linux Foundation Fellow Greg Kroah-Hartman received the Prize for Excellence in Open Source from the European Open Source Academy for his long-standing contributions to the Linux kernel.

Read more:
https://awards.europeanopensource.academy/awardees-2026/Greg%20Kroah-Hartman

European #digitalsovereignty is moving from slogan to strategy, with #opensource playing a key role in technological autonomy.

At #FOSDEM 2026, speakers discussed sovereignty as capability, participation, and influence, strengthened through global open source collaboration.

Watch the session: https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/DNUTXJ-eu-global-digital-sovereignty/

Open collaboration is driving Europe’s digital future.
The February Linux Foundation Europe newsletter highlights policy engagement, innovation, and project updates from Sylva, PyTorch, DPDK, ELISA, and PowSyBl.
Read more: https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/linux-foundation-europe-newsletter-february-2026
#OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty

Some weeks ago, Linux Foundation Europe joined EU Open Source Week 2026 in Brussels, from policy discussions at the European Parliament to community sessions at #FOSDEM.

A clear signal across the week: Europe’s #opensource ecosystem is moving from advocacy to execution.

Read the full recap and see what’s next for Europe’s #digitalsovereignty efforts. https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/recap-of-linux-foundation-europe-at-eu-open-source-week-2026

Linux Foundation Europe is entering a new chapter.

We extend our thanks to Gabriele Columbro for his leadership over the past three years, and we’re pleased to welcome Thierry Carrez ( @tcarrez@fosstodon.org ) as General Manager, effective March 1.

With strong momentum across our growing European community, we look ahead to the next phase of open #collaboration

Read the full blog post for details:
https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/a-new-chapter-for-linux-foundation-europe-leadership

#opensource #europe #linux #community

Aug 25, 1991: Linus Torvalds posted about a “free” OS he described as “just a hobby” on the Minix Usenet group.

That hobby became #Linux and today, beyond PCs & Macs, it powers much of the world.

How did it grow from one developer’s project into a global collaboration?https://www.theregister.com/2026/02/18/linus_torvalds_and_friends/?td=rt-4a

At #FOSDEM 2026, a panel on Europe’s #digitalsovereignty explored how it’s moving from slogan to strategy.

The key takeaway: sovereignty is less about where code is made and more about capability, participation, and influence, building interdependent autonomy through global #opensource collaboration.

Watch the recording: https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/DNUTXJ-eu-global-digital-sovereignty/

At #FOSDEM’s Funding the FOSS Ecosystem devroom, Gabriele Columbro and Abel Samot discussed how enterprise and VC funding can strengthen open source in Europe.

With ~$7.7B in annual enterprise contributions, commercial open source is a major opportunity.
https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/WNLJ3C-private-vc-funding-commercial-open-source-flywheel/

At the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, organised by OpenForum Europe, the Building Alternatives – Cloud & AI panel explored how open source can help Europe build sovereign and competitive cloud and AI ecosystems. Watch the full panel discussion: https://youtu.be/g7FMohvbae8?si=pg5dh5S1A3rB2Kbz

Linux Foundation Europe responded to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on the European Open Digital Ecosystem Strategy.

Open source is Europe’s #digital backbone. To strengthen #sovereignty and competitiveness, Europe must invest upstream, scale #opensource companies, and support neutral governance. Read more: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/16213-European-Open-Digital-Ecosystems/F33370575_en

EU Open Source Week 2026 wrapped up earlier this month in Brussels 🇪🇺
A strong mix of policy discussions, FOSDEM, and community events focused on open source, security, and Europe’s digital future. Thanks to all speakers, organizers, volunteers & community members.

Why do policy models struggle with #opensource?

Free and open source software runs critical infrastructure without central authority. It enables #technology transfer and standards, while limiting borders and top-down control.

Policy works best when it supports horizontal coordination, not when it tries to override it. https://genevadialogue.ch/how-open-source-coordinates-a-guide-for-policy-makers/

Europe is moving from slogans to strategy on #DigitalSovereignty, with #opensource increasingly at the core of technological autonomy.

This #FOSDEM session on global collaboration and Europe’s digital #sovereignty goals explores how participation in global open source communities can strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy: https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/DNUTXJ-eu-global-digital-sovereignty/

Digital sovereignty is central to EU technology policy, with open source often presented as a solution to dependency on proprietary systems.

At #FOSSBackstage2026, Mirko Boehm explores this assumption in “Does FOSS Buy Sovereignty? Participation vs. Ownership”, examining what sovereignty requires beyond license freedoms.

Learn more: https://26.foss-backstage.de/session/does-foss-buy-sovereignty-participation-vs-ownership/

#FOSDEM 2026 has wrapped up! Gabriele Columbro (LF Europe & FINOS) reports high energy from the community, with startups and VCs accelerating open source investment.

Open source is now the primary tool for digital sovereignty. Submit EC strategy responses soon! Next stop: KubeCon Europe. 🚀

Europe’s open source conversation is shifting from why to how.

We are continuing the discussions today (1 Feb) at #FOSDEM. Come talk to us at the Linux Foundation Europe + OpenSSF stand (K level 2, group A) or catch our sessions across devrooms.
https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/eu-open-source-week-2026-what-to-expect-from-linux-foundation-europe
#OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty

The Linux Foundation Europe January 2026 Newsletter is live! 🇪🇺

Get updates on digital sovereignty, the Cyber Resilience Act, FOSDEM, and projects shaping the ecosystem.

Read more: https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/linux-foundation-europe-newsletter-january-2026

#LinuxFoundationEurope #OpenSource #DigitalSovereignty #CloudNative #CyberResilience #FOSDEM

How do we keep open source strong and sustainable as regulation, #geopolitics, and the technical landscape shift around it?

That question shaped Linux Foundation Europe’s work in 2025 — from CRA readiness to #digitalsovereignty and funding the #opensource commons.

Read more: https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/linux-foundation-europe-2025-milestones-momentum-and-whats-next

Gabriele Columbro (Linux Foundation Europe / FINOS) will present a keynote at the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026 on Europe’s #digitalsovereignty and the strategic role of open ecosystems.

The Summit brings together public and private leaders around a clear message: digital sovereignty runs on #opensource covering topics from open source #security and the CRA to cloud interoperability, EuroStack, trusted AI, digital identity, OSPOs, and #standardisation. https://summit.openforumeurope.org/

How can open source drive competitive European cloud & AI alternatives? Join the discussion on EuroStack, open AI models, and what’s needed for trust, interoperability, and strategic control in Europe’s digital infrastructure. https://summit.openforumeurope.org/

Linux Foundation Europe is a Gold Sponsor of the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026 (30 Jan, Brussels + online).

As Europe tackles #digitalsovereignty, resilience, and competitiveness, #opensource is central to the strategy. Glad to support this important discussion shaping Europe’s digital future. https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/eu-open-source-week-2026-what-to-expect-from-linux-foundation-europe

🇪🇺 EU Open Source Week 2026 is coming to Brussels!

From FOSDEM 2026 to the EU Open Source Policy Summit, it’s a full week of open source, policy, and community collaboration. Linux Foundation Europe will contribute across the week through talks, panels, and community activities.

👉 Read the full blog for details. https://linuxfoundation.eu/newsroom/eu-open-source-week-2026-what-to-expect-from-linux-foundation-europe

Heading to #FOSDEM?

Don’t miss “Accelerating the #opensource flywheel in Europe with private sector & VC funding” in the Funding the FOSS Ecosystem devroom.

Gabriele Columbro (LF Europe) and Abel Samot (Commit) on why enterprise + VC investment matter for Europe’s open source growth. https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/WNLJ3C-private-vc-funding-commercial-open-source-flywheel/

📣 Heading to #FOSDEM?

Don’t miss the panel on Global collaboration & Europe’s digital sovereignty with Gabriele Columbro (LF Europe & FINOS), Vittorio Bertola (Open-Xchange), Thierry Carrez (OpenInfra Foundation) and moderated by Paula Grzegorzewska (LF Europe).

How can Europe pursue #digitalsovereignty while staying active in global FOSS ecosystems?

🗓️ Add it to your schedule! https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/DNUTXJ-eu-global-digital-sovereignty/

📣 Solving Europe’s problems with Open Source at #FOSDEM!

Open technologies are helping tackle major challenges in agriculture, energy & public infrastructure. This panel brings insights from EU-funded projects, open science and real-world procurement.

Speakers: Boris Dolley (RTE), Christopher Brewster (TNO/Maastricht University), Tobias Augspurger (Open Energy Transition), Claire (Mozilla Foundation), and Paula Grzegorzewska (LF Europe).

https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/RCTHYM-solving_europes_problems_with_open_source/