Open Knowledge and Critical Infrastructure: a Nordic Conversation
We discussed with our Nordic members and friends how, across Europe and beyond, policymakers are rethinking the foundations of the digital state and the infrastructure that powers it.
Announcing the Open Technology Research (OTR) Symposium 2026 in Barcelona
We hope you will join us from 26–27 October at the historic University of Barcelona as we translate evidence-based research into actionable policy.
Join Open Knowledge at RightsCon 2026, Zambia
Our team and network will discuss pressing issues such as reimagining AI, experiencing brain-computer interfaces, leveraging digital public goods, and more; check the full agenda
Knowledge as Critical Digital Infrastructure: A Call to Action for a Resilient Future
You can also read and share this story in Spanish and Portuguese. Knowledge is the foundation of every modern society, underpinning democracy, driving innovation, and strengthening our collective culture. In the digital age,…
Shaping a Shared Research Agenda for Open Technology Research
Open Technology Research (OTR) is entering one of its most important phases: shaping a shared research agenda that will guide our collective work over the next two years and beyond.
Our Network Contribution to Shape the European Open Digital Ecosystem Strategy
Drawing on two decades of experience in building and supporting open digital infrastructure, we provide observations and recommendations to advance the EU’s strategic approach to open source, emphasizing its role in enhancing technological sovereignty, security, and competitiveness.
Open Technology Research Officially Launches to Strengthen Global Research Community
OpenForum Europe (OFE), the Open Source Initiative (OSI), and the Open Knowledge Foundation (OKFN) today announced the official launch of Open Technology Research (OTR) — a strategic partnership designed to…
Open letter: Harnessing open source AI to advance digital sovereignty
Dear President Macron,Dear Chancellor Merz,Dear President von der Leyen, Europe is at a crossroads. The Summit on European Digital Sovereignty marks an important milestone for the EU and its member…
We celebrate the Digital Commons European Digital Infrastructure Consortium, a model built for sharing
On behalf of the Open Knowledge Foundation, I welcome today’s announcement by the European Commission on the creation of the Digital Commons European Digital Infrastructure Consortium (DC-EDIC). It is a…
‘When AI Meets Open Data’: Reflections for Open Government Communities
AI and open data are a natural and powerful combination that promises to dramatically improve how citizens access public information, but the community is still working to make this a reliable reality.