GitHub emphasizes the importance of open source software for economic stability and calls for a dedicated fund to enhance its maintenance and security across Europe.
GitHub has announced a call for the European Union to allocate at least €350 million in its 2028-2035 budget to establish the 'EU Sovereign Tech Fund' aimed at supporting open source software. A feasibility study, commissioned by GitHub, recommends that the fund focus on open source dependency, maintenance, security, and ecosystem development, proposing seven design standards for effective implementation. The initiative aims to enhance the sustainable development and digital sovereignty of open source software in Europe.