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Explore the intersection of free and open source software (FOSS) development and evolving international regulatory landscapes in this 34-minute conference talk. Examine three critical approaches to preserving low-friction international collaboration in FOSS amid increasing regulatory complexity and shifting government relationships. Learn how to effectively participate in regulatory procedures and collaborate with lawmakers to emphasize transparency, digital sovereignty, and policies that encourage FOSS adoption. Discover strategies for organizing projects and ecosystems to streamline regulatory compliance processes. Analyze the complex challenge of harmonizing regulations across different countries to prevent excessive complexity that could hinder FOSS development. Study real-world examples from European legislation, including the Cyber Resilience Act and AI Act, while focusing on international efforts to ensure FOSS can continue to be developed by global teams and integrated into commercial solutions worldwide. Gain insights into maintaining the collaborative nature of open source development while navigating an increasingly regulated digital environment.
