Switzerland now requires all government software to be open source | ZDNET

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Summary:

"Several European countries are betting on open-source software. In the United States, eh, not so much. In the latest news from across the Atlantic, Switzerland has taken a major step forward with its "Federal Law on the Use of Electronic Means for the Fulfillment of Government Tasks" (EMBAG). This groundbreaking legislation mandates using open-source software (OSS) in the public sector.

 

This new law requires all public bodies to disclose the source code of software developed by or for them unless third-party rights or security concerns prevent it. This "public money, public code" approach aims to enhance government operations' transparency, security, and efficiency..."

Link:

https://www.zdnet.com/article/switzerland-now-requires-all-government-software-to-be-open-source/

Updated:

07/24/2024, 17:45

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Tags:

oa.new oa.floss oa.legislation oa.switzerland oa.europe oa.usa

Date tagged:

07/24/2024, 21:45

Date published:

07/23/2024, 17:45