The European Commission has launched a call for evidence on open source software policy, seeking input from developers, businesses, and public administrations. This initiative aims to gather evidence on how open source impacts innovation, security, and the digital economy within the EU. The consultation will directly inform future EU policy, potentially affecting procurement strategies, funding for open source projects, and the balance between proprietary and open source solutions in government and critical sectors.

This move underscores the growing recognition of open source's strategic importance for Europe's digital sovereignty and competitiveness, making it a critical moment for stakeholders to shape regulatory frameworks that govern software development and deployment across the continent.