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Linux Foundation launches LF India to boost open source software collaboration and innovation | Mint
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7m ago
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The Linux Foundation has announced the launch of LF India, an initiative aimed at fostering open collaboration among Indian open-source developers, enterprises, government organisations, and the community. LF India will focus on projects such as cloud-native, telecommunications, Edge/IoT, blockchain, security, and domain-specific AI technologies. The Linux Foundation aims to accelerate support for open-source software projects across startups, enterprises, and government organisations, and will invest in the growing developer community in India through training and local events. India's developer community is expected to be the world's largest by 2028.
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A chilling near-miss shows how today’s digital infrastructure is vulnerable
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1y ago
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A recently discovered secret backdoor in XZ Utils, a software incorporated into Linux operating systems, highlights the vulnerability of the internet to large-scale "supply chain" attacks. These attacks target the underlying software and hardware that the internet relies on, compromising systems from critical infrastructure to personal websites. Open-source software, like XZ Utils, is particularly susceptible to these attacks. The solution lies in leveraging the benefits of open-source while providing support and resources to unpaid developers. Governments and tech giants should collaborate with non-profit institutions and increase funding for the open-source ecosystem.
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The best C-suite execs are on board with open source - are you?
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1y ago
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Open source software has become crucial for organizations, with 80% of IT managers planning to increase its usage. The C-suite should understand its potential impact and how to harness it. Using enterprise open source allows for a trusted vendor to handle responsibilities like verification of dependencies, security, and technical support. Transparency is a benefit for security, but maintaining security procedures is still essential. Open source offers access to a global community of contributors and fosters a culture of collaboration. Senior leaders should champion open source-driven innovation across the organization, involving line of business departments.
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DeepSeek puts focus back on AI foundation
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6m ago
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DeepSeek-R1, an open-source large language model, challenges the industry by matching top AI models' performance at lower costs and hardware requirements. This development underscores the shift from expensive "foundation models" to accessible, open-source AI. The rapid evolution of AI tools, often emerging from global open-source innovation, questions the long-term viability of sovereign AI investment strategies focused on GPUs or proprietary models. Instead, fostering extensive research capacity across disciplines is key to advancing AI sovereignty.
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Why big tech is fussing over open-source AI models
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11m ago
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Big tech companies like Microsoft and Oracle, which previously opposed open-source technologies, eventually embraced them and thrived. Now, the focus is on the total cost of ownership, reliability, accountability, privacy, and security of open-source AI models. There is confusion over what constitutes an open-source AI model, with some companies claiming to promote open source while others rely on closed-source models for strategic advantages. The Open Source Initiative (OSI) recently defined that an AI system must allow free use without permission, study and modify its components, and share it with others to be considered open source. Despite challenges, the open-source AI movement is gaining momentum, with several organizations releasing open-source AI models. In India, companies are actively embracing open-source AI to foster innovation and collaboration. However, concerns regarding the total cost of ownership, security, and skilled talent remain.
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BigTech lobbying to derail open source GenAI: DeepLearning AI's Andrew Ng
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1y ago
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Efforts by US tech giants to regulate open-source generative AI could hinder innovation globally, including in the US, according to Andrew Ng, founder of DeepLearning AI. While Facebook and IBM support an "open science" approach, companies like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI advocate for closed software. Ng argued that the suppression of open-source software would result in all nations losing out. In a separate study, Nasscom and Arthur D Little predict that digital public infrastructures will drive India toward a $1 trillion digital economy by 2030. Tech leaders also emphasized the importance of stable regulatory policies in attracting companies to India.
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Why a near-miss cyberattack put US officials and the tech industry on edge
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1y ago
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Andres Freund, a German software developer working for Microsoft, discovered that the latest version of the open source software program XZ Utils had been intentionally sabotaged by one of its developers. The developer, using the pseudonym Jia Tan, had introduced a nearly invisible backdoor into XZ, potentially providing access to millions of servers. Freund's curiosity led him to uncover the backdoor, preventing a digital security crisis. This incident highlights concerns about the safety of open source software and the need for increased protection and support for the volunteer-maintained projects that form the foundation of the internet economy.
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AMD just had its proposition for a new open source HDMI driver rejected
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1y ago
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AMD's efforts to implement HDMI 2.1+ on its Linux graphics driver have hit a roadblock as the HDMI Forum rejected their proposal. This rejection leaves the open-source GPU drivers without a solution for enabling HDMI 2.1+ features. AMD engineers worked for months to expose HDMI features, but without the support of the HDMI Forum, fully enabling HDMI 2.1+ on open-source drivers is not possible. This decision raises concerns about the future of open-source support for HDMI and may require compromising the benefits of open source to find a solution.
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India needs open-source AI models for cultural and linguistic representation: IBM
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1y ago
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IBM executives emphasized the need for open-source AI models in India to ensure cultural and linguistic representation and maintain technological sovereignty. They highlighted IBM's commitment to open innovation and collaboration in the AI ecosystem. IBM has open-sourced its advanced language and code models and launched InstructLab in partnership with Red Hat. The focus on open-source aligns with India's desire for sovereign capabilities and control over technology. IBM sees opportunities in data, automation, generative AI, cybersecurity, and sustainability in the Indian market. They also announced updates to their Watsonx AI platform and introduced AI-powered automation capabilities.
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VMware customers are jumping ship as Broadcom sales continue - here's where they're moving to
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1y ago
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Following Broadcom's $61 billion acquisition of VMware, the company has made significant changes that have resulted in the loss of customers. Broadcom's decision to remove free products and transition to a subscription-based model has left many VMware users exploring alternative options. A recent community survey revealed that open-source solutions such as KVM-based and Xen-based hypervisors are preferred by a majority of respondents, indicating a shift towards open-source infrastructure. The survey also highlighted the dominance of open-source Linux in various domains, further emphasizing the growing strength of open-source alternatives. Broadcom's restructuring of VMware's offerings has prompted this accelerated adoption of open-source solutions.
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After Danish cities, Germany’s Schleswig-Holstein state government to ban Microsoft programs at work
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1m ago
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Germany's Schleswig-Holstein state is transitioning from Microsoft programs to open-source software like LibreOffice and Linux to achieve digital sovereignty, reduce dependence on U.S. tech companies, and lower costs. By 2023, 30,000 public servants will have shifted to these tools. The move aims to protect data from foreign control amid rising geopolitical tensions. This initiative reflects a broader European trend towards digital independence, with other governments exploring similar options.
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