The Ultimate Guide to Open source
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Open source.
What to know about Open source
Open source software represents a collaborative approach to software development, where code is made freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. This transparency fosters innovation and allows developers from all over the world to contribute, improve, and adapt technology to meet evolving needs. The open source movement has become a cornerstone of modern IT infrastructure, driving advancements in cloud computing, containerisation, artificial intelligence, and more.
Our collection of recent stories under the 'Open source' tag offers insights into how open source technologies are influencing industries and enterprises globally. From major tech companies embracing open source frameworks and partnerships to government initiatives enhancing accessibility and security, these articles highlight the expansive role of open source in promoting flexibility, interoperability, and cost-effective solutions.
By exploring these stories, readers can learn about emerging trends such as Kubernetes and container adoption, AI integrations in hybrid clouds, evolving security practices for open source projects, and the dynamic partnerships shaping the future of cloud-native computing. Whether you're a developer, business leader, or technology enthusiast, delving into these narratives will deepen your understanding of how open source continues to drive innovation and transform the digital landscape.
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Exclusive: Grafana Lab's Jen Villa on targeting the AI observability gap
The new tools aim to help firms spot faulty AI outputs and data risks sooner as production deployments outpace monitoring methods.
Grafana: Turning data chaos into developer efficiency and CFO savings
Grafana leans on AI-powered observability and Adaptive Telemetry to sharpen developer insight while slashing cloud bills by up to 50%.
Beyond silicon: AMD evolves AI processor performance, makes play for investment trillions
AMD shifts its AI pitch from raw silicon to open software and cloud access as it targets developers and a share of looming trillions.
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OpenSSF adds five members & new security resources
Members are backing tougher open source security as OpenSSF expands guidance on regulation, Python coding and AI-driven vulnerability tools.
Valkey 9.1 cuts memory use & boosts security tools
Operators of large Valkey deployments could cut infrastructure costs as version 9.1 reduces per-key memory use by up to 10% and tightens access controls.
OpenNebula, SUSE partner on sovereign cloud platform
It gives regulated organisations a single platform for private and hybrid clouds, with tighter control over data location and compliance.
Agentic AI Foundation adds 43 members to reach 190
Standards work for autonomous software is drawing broader backing, with public bodies and major tech groups joining as deployment moves into production.
Sovereignty boosts enterprise AI returns, study finds
Better control of data and AI systems is delivering five times the return on investment for enterprises, a new study found.
Red Hat AI 3.4 adds governance for agentic systems
Governance and safety controls are now central as businesses push autonomous AI from pilots into production across hybrid cloud systems.
formae adds Kubernetes support & public plugin hub
Platform teams can now track Kubernetes and Helm changes in one system as formae broadens its reach into container orchestration and plugins.
Platform9 updates private cloud software to woo VMware users
The update could ease migrations for IT teams seeking to cut VMware dependence without adding Linux administration overhead.
Quobly & Hon Hai launch QPE toolbox for researchers
Researchers can now probe fault-tolerant quantum computing trade-offs with an open-source toolkit that models phase estimation on ordinary laptops.
Interledger Foundation expands open payments teaching
Students across four continents will learn to build interoperable payment systems as Interledger Foundation widens university courses and internships.
Cloudways launches Site Manager for WordPress agencies
The new tool aims to cut manual upkeep for agencies juggling dozens of WordPress sites, with updates and checks now handled in one place.
Cisco open-sources Foundry Security Spec for AI testing
Security teams will be able to verify AI-generated vulnerability findings more reliably, as Cisco's framework tackles false positives and invented issues.
Quobly, Hon Hai launch quantum phase estimation toolbox
The open-source software gives researchers a way to test quantum phase estimation trade-offs before fault-tolerant machines arrive.
Google says AI-powered cyberattacks are already here
AI is now being used to write exploits and malware, with Google saying it has traced the first zero-day linked to machine assistance.
Boomi & Red Hat team up for agentic AI stack
The tie-up aims to help large companies run AI agents securely at scale, while keeping data, governance and spending under tighter control.
Red Hat & NVIDIA add controls for enterprise AI agents
New controls aim to let enterprises run autonomous AI agents more securely across hybrid cloud systems, with tighter governance and audit trails.
Germany & Brazil mandate ODF in push for sovereignty
Public bodies in both countries will have to save files in an open format, as policymakers seek to curb supplier lock-in and bolster digital sovereignty.
Red Hat & Panasonic preload edge software on TOUGHBOOK
Users in manufacturing and defence will get faster deployment of rugged edge devices as Panasonic bundles Red Hat software on TOUGHBOOKs.
Sonatype joins Linux Foundation registry working group
Sonatype joins Linux Foundation registry working group to tackle funding, governance and security pressures as package downloads near 10 trillion.
Schneider Electric joins Forum's Lighthouse OS board
The move gives the manufacturing group a role in shaping an open-source framework aimed at helping factories scale digital change beyond pilot projects.