Open Source in Cloud Infrastructure for IPCEI-CIS: Challenges, Opportunities and Strategic Pathways

Join us for a 2-hour webinar bringing together stakeholders from IPCEI-CIS projects and the wider EU ecosystem to discuss how Open-Source Software (OSS) can drive innovation, reduce dependencies, and strengthen European digital sovereignty.

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Purpose & Scope 

This webinar will explore the central role of Open-Source Software (OSS) in cloud infrastructure – a key technological domain for Europe’s data sovereignty and competitiveness. The session will: 

• Highlight the importance of OSS in accelerating innovation and reducing dependencies in cloud-edge systems.
• Present CISERO’s OSS-related roadmap activities and support services.
• Address challenges in governance, licensing, maintenance, and interoperability.
• Share experiences from IPCEI-CIS projects leveraging open-source solutions for cloud infrastructure.
• Foster collaboration and community-building within the European OSS ecosystem. 

The focus will be on concrete implementations and needs in orchestration, modular frameworks, secure data flows, and EU-based cloud-edge stacks.

Why Attend? 

Participants will: 

• Gain insights into how OSS is embedded in cloud infrastructure development across IPCEI-CIS.
• Learn about CISERO’s strategic priorities and roadmap for supporting OSS adoption.
• Discover real-world examples of open-source contributions from IPCEI-CIS projects.
• Share perspectives on cross-cutting challenges such as IP, fragmentation, and licensing.
• Contribute to shaping a more coordinated and impactful OSS ecosystem under IPCEI-CIS.
• Connect with experts from research, industry, and the open-source community.

Agenda 

The agenda will feature keynote contributions, project showcases, and interactive discussions with experts and practitioners. 

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