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OpenSource Science B.V., the open source education institute. https://os-sci.com
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The Linux Foundation FAIR Package Manager to stabilize WordPress ecosystem amid ongoing disputes. This decentralized system aims to unify and secure plugin distribution, ensuring no single entity has control. A step towards neutrality in open-source CMS. linux.slashdot.org/story/25/06/...

VoIPster Com President A Mitchell launches the Linux Dictation Project, a foss voice dictation for Linux. Empowering users with accessibility needs, it offers offline transcription, voice-controlled functions, and systemd integration. #Accessibility #OpenSource www.linuxtoday.com/blog/voipste...

Europe is pushing back against US tech dominance, advocating for digital sovereignty. A movement fueled by political tensions and the need for autonomy. #DigitalSovereignty #TechRevolt www.raconteur.net/technology/i...

25 years ago, Amsterdam launched the world's first Digital City. @marleenstikker.bsky.social, one of its founders, reflects on its impact and the need to reclaim the internet. A journey from innovation to the fight for digital sovereignty. #DigitalCity #InternetFreedom waag.org/nl/article/m...

Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 is here! πŸ“±πŸš€ Enjoy VoLTE improvements, Waydroid 1.5.1 support, and a fresh emoji font upgrade. Plus, bug fixes for a smoother experience. Check it out! linuxiac.com/ubuntu-touch...

Discover the hidden complexities behind a simple command to Alexa. Each interaction invokes a vast network of resources, labor, and data. Dive into the anatomy of an AI system and explore the planetary scale of technology. #AI #Technology #Innovation anatomyof.ai

Michelin shifts from VMware to self-managed Kubernetes, cutting platform costs by 44% and software upgrade time by 85%. A major leap in efficiency and innovation! #Kubernetes #TechInnovation #CostSavings" www.thestack.technology/michelin-swa...

AI is transforming open source development, offering new opportunities and challenges. From legal questions on training data to AI's role in coding, the landscape is evolving. Explore how AI is reshaping open source communities. #OpenSource #AI #TechInnovation" www.heise.de/en/backgroun...

Schleswig-Holstein is ditching Microsoft for open-source software to ensure digital sovereignty. 30,000 public servants will switch from Teams, Word, and Excel to LibreOffice and Open-Xchange. A bold move towards data independence! #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource" www.france24.com/en/live-news...

As the EDA ban hits China, could Europe step up on open hardware? Washington's tech export restrictions might spark greater tech independence in Europe and beyond. #OpenHardware #TechIndependence fossforce.com/2025/06/as-e...

Former Black Basta members are still using email bombing and Microsoft Teams phishing to access target networks. They've added Python scripts to fetch and deploy malicious payloads. The threat persists despite their decline. #Cybersecurity #Ransomware thehackernews.com/2025/06/form...

Europa en Zuidoost-AziΓ« moeten verschuiven van Big Tech naar open-source voor datasovereiniteit. Risico's van buitenlandse controle en surveillance zijn te groot. Open-source AI zoals Mistral biedt transparantie en controle. #Datasovereiniteit #OpenSource #TechAutonomie os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b...

Europe & SE Asia must shift from Big Tech to open-source for data sovereignty. Risks of foreign control & surveillance are too high. Open-source AI like Mistral offers transparency & control. #DataSovereignty #OpenSource #TechAutonomy os-sci.com/blog/our-blo...

Nextcloud Talk 'Munich' update is here! πŸš€ Enjoy enhanced hybrid work tools, a unified dashboard, and improved telephony features. Perfect for secure, sovereign collaboration. #Nextcloud #DigitalSovereignty nextcloud.com/blog/nextclo...

πŸŒ±πŸ’» Nextcloud makes history as the first cloud software to earn the Blauer Engel ecolabel for green IT! Proving that digital sovereignty and sustainability go hand in hand. πŸŒπŸ”’ #GreenIT #Sustainability #Nextcloud" nextcloud.com/blog/nextclo...

Resisting the digital coup means choosing open-source solutions over Big Tech. Carole Cadwalladr's TED Talk inspires us to rethink our digital presence. #DigitalResistance #OpenSource" news.elenarossini.com/this-is-what...

Digitalization Minister C. Stage (M) aims to phase out Microsoft in her own ministry, replacing it with Libre Office. 1/2 of the employees will switch this summer. If all goes according to plan, the entire ministry will be Microsoft-free by autumn. #DigitalSovereignty nordjyske.dk/nyheder/poli...

πŸš€ Exciting news! Nextcloud Hub 10 is here with reinforced performance, deeper integration, and dozens of new features to simplify your day. 🌟 Discover the future of digital workspaces! #NextcloudHub10 #DigitalWorkspaces #Innovation nextcloud.com/blog/nextclo...

KDE launches 'KDE for Windows 10 Exiles' to welcome Windows 10 users to Linux and Plasma desktop. A smooth transition awaits! #Linux #KDE #Windows10 linuxiac.com/kde-encourag...

Redefining open source to fit AI is sparking a heated debate. How can we balance innovation with the principles of openness and collaboration? #OpenSource #AI #TechDebate" www.linuxinsider.com/story/redefi...

Ukraine's drone attack on Russia utilized open-source software ArduPilot, originally designed for hobbyist drones. Developers express shock at its military use, highlighting the unexpected consequences of technology. #TechNews #Drones #OpenSource timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/t...

1. "France makes history as the first government to endorse the UN Open Source Principles, joining forces with major organizations like the Open Source Initiative and Linux Foundation. A bold step towards digital governance! #OpenSource #DigitalGovernance #FranceLeads camptocamp.com/en/news-even...

Big news for open source! Canonical & Zerodha are stepping up with major contributions. Canonical donates $120K to developers via thanks.dev. Open source is getting the support it deserves. #OpenSource #TechNews news.itsfoss.com/major-boost-...

Exciting news! The EU OS initiative aims to create a Linux distro tailored for EU public sector needs, focusing on digital sovereignty and reducing vendor reliance. A step towards a secure, independent digital ecosystem. #EULinux #DigitalSovereignty news.itsfoss.com/eu-os/

Nextcloud Hub 10 is er! πŸš€ Snellere uploads, verbeterde beveiliging en AI-gestuurde tools. Ervaar naadloze samenwerking met meer dan 400 geΓ―ntegreerde apps. Upgrade nu! #Nextcloud #OpenSource #Productiviteit" os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b...

Ukraine's recent drone operation deep inside Russian territory used open-source software ArduPilot. A surprising twist in modern warfare! #OpenSource #Ukraine #Russia #DroneAttack #ArduPilot" Link: news.itsfoss.com/open-source-...

Back in 1974, before the open-source vs. proprietary software debate, Arthur C. Clarke foresaw the role of computers in society. Check out his prediction here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIRZ...

🌟 Nieuws! 🌟 We zijn verheugd om aan te kondigen dat onze blogs over vrije open source software nu ook beschikbaar zijn in het Nederlands! πŸ‡³πŸ‡± Daarnaast hebben we een schat aan oudere blogs online gezet, zodat je nog meer waardevolle informatie kunt vinden. os-sci.nl/blog

"πŸš€ Discover Librewolf, the open-source, privacy-focused browser you've been waiting for! πŸ”’ With enhanced security features, no telemetry, and a commitment to user privacy, it's the perfect choice for those who value their online freedom. πŸŒπŸ” #Librewolf #PrivacyMatters #OpenSource"

Er is veel discussie over soevereiniteit in de cloud en vandaag veel over Geert Wilders. Laten we ons richten op wat echt belangrijk is: data. Lees ons blog voor meer inzichten! #Data #Cloud #Tech os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b...

"Microsoft Office 365 wordt onbetrouwbaar in Europa door Amerikaanse wetgeving. Ontdek open-source alternatieven in onze nieuwe blog: os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b... #OpenSource #Privacy"

Wist je dat je alle Adobe software kunt vervangen door gratis open source #FOSS software? 🌟 Meer leren? Bezoek: OS-SCi (os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b...) . Bij OpenSource Science gebruiken we geen proprietary software en ook de #AI die we gebruiken is #opensource.

"🌟 Op 22 februari 2025 gaf Jos Poortvliet, een van de oprichters van #Nextcloud, een boeiende lezing op onze Hackathon #FossFEST! πŸŽ₯ Bekijk hier de video: youtu.be/UDg7zvmJJ78?... #TechTalk #OpenSource"

Our new blog is live, now in Dutch and English: Revolutionizing AI: How Bagel's Unified Multimodal Pretraining is Changing the Generative AI Landscape NL os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b... EN os-sci.com/blog/our-blo...

"Microsoft Office 365 wordt onbetrouwbaar in Europa door Amerikaanse wetgeving. Ontdek open-source alternatieven in onze nieuwe blog: os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b... #OpenSource #Privacy"

Er is veel discussie over soevereiniteit in de cloud en vandaag veel over Geert Wilders. Laten we ons richten op wat echt belangrijk is: data. Lees ons blog voor meer inzichten! #Data #Cloud #Tech os-sci.nl/blog/dutch-b...

"πŸš€ Discover Librewolf, the open-source, privacy-focused browser you've been waiting for! πŸ”’ With enhanced security features, no telemetry, and a commitment to user privacy, it's the perfect choice for those who value their online freedom. πŸŒπŸ” #Librewolf #PrivacyMatters #OpenSource"

🌟 Nieuws! 🌟 We zijn verheugd om aan te kondigen dat onze blogs over vrije open source software nu ook beschikbaar zijn in het Nederlands! πŸ‡³πŸ‡± Daarnaast hebben we een schat aan oudere blogs online gezet, zodat je nog meer waardevolle informatie kunt vinden. os-sci.nl/blog

So much fun, and so much to learn at T-dose Geldrop Eindhoven still open today #foss #fosh #floss #opensource

The @angrynerds have arrived at T-dose www.youtube.com/live/0bO_f4t...