Press Releases

The official press release regarding the 2nd Annual European Open Source Awards, where authors reflected on the strategic significance of honouring Europe's leading open source developers and community leaders.

Ahead of the 2nd Annual European Open Source Awards, the official press release was shared showcasing the undervalued foundations of our digital ecosystem community.

Daniel Stenberg, the European Open Source Academy President was awarded the gold medal 2025 by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.

Barcelona, September 2025 – The European Open Academy (EOSA) today announced a significant expansion of its ranks, welcoming nine leading open source experts and organisation representatives to its Academy. This strategic growth this strengthens EOSA’s position as Europe’s hub for policy, innovation, advocacy and education.

On July 16, the European Commission proposed a €2tn seven-year budget – the largest in the EU’s history – to boost autonomy, competitiveness, and resilience. The spending plan addresses cybersecurity, innovation, and other key digital pillars, but omits a crucial component: open source.

Full statement in support of the EU Sovereign Tech Fund, written and led by Daniel Stenberg, European Open Source Academy President.

The Inaugural European Open Source Awards Ceremony marked the launch of the European Open Source Academy.

Open source plays a critical role in driving European innovation and competitiveness, yet its recognition by political and business leaders has not kept pace with it.