Eclipse Foundation Member Newsletter

Eclipse Foundation News

October 2024

See you tomorrow at OCX 2024!

Tomorrow, we kick off OCX 2024 in Mainz, Germany! This vibrant city, known for its rich history and association with Johannes Gutenberg, offers a perfect backdrop for our gathering of open source enthusiasts. To ensure a smooth journey, here’s a guide on getting there.

Our agenda is packed with insightful sessions, panels, Birds of a Feather discussions, valuable networking opportunities and entertainment activities! We’ll have booths where you can connect with major companies directly. Don’t forget to download the OCX App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to set up your schedule, find your way around the venue, connect with attendees, and more.

Mark your calendars for our Members' Meeting on 23 October, where member organisations and committers can review the year’s activities and discuss membership-related questions.

Stay tuned to our LinkedIn and X accounts for updates throughout the event!

OpenHW Group to Join the Eclipse Foundation

OpenHW Group will become part of the Eclipse Foundation. This strategic collaboration, set to be finalised by December 2024, will accelerate the development of open source hardware technologies, benefiting a wide array of industries, including AI, cloud computing, IoT, automotive, and high-performance computing (HPC).

OpenHW Group will be renamed the OpenHW Foundation, bringing its extensive network of more than 100 members and partners into the Eclipse Foundation’s open source ecosystem. Visit the Eclipse Membership page to learn how to become part of this exciting new chapter.

Launching the Open Regulatory Compliance Working Group

The Eclipse Foundation is proud to announce the formal launch of the Open Regulatory Compliance (ORC) Working Group. This pioneering initiative aims to support participants across the global open source community—including developers, enterprises, industries, and open source foundations—in navigating and adhering to evolving regulatory frameworks. Additionally, the working group will work closely with governments and regulatory bodies to enhance their understanding of the unique open source development model.

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