The Open Source Way Sovereign Tech Fund – Investing in the Future Today
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Dec 20, 2023 In this episode, our host talks to Powen Shiah and Mirko Swillus about the Sovereign Tech Fund, which focuses on critical infrastructure in the public interest. They discuss the types of technologies the fund invests in, the criteria for applying, and the importance of maintenance and security updates. The goal is to strengthen innovation, economic competition, and democracy.
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Focus on Critical Open Source Infrastructure
- The Sovereign Tech Fund supports open source projects that form critical digital infrastructure, essential for economic growth and innovation.
- These projects focus on the invisible software components that underpin many applications and societal functions, such as Curl, Fortran, and OpenMLS.
Invisible Labor in Open Source
- The invisible labor involved in maintaining open source infrastructure is crucial but often unacknowledged.
- The Fund aims not only to invest in development but also to highlight and support this unseen maintenance work.
How to Apply for Funding
- Apply to the Sovereign Tech Fund via their website with a clear project scope and community backing.
- Be prepared for a contract with deliverables aligned to public interest and open source licensing requirements.
