EU Proposes €350 Million Fund for Open Source Software

GitHub has proposed a substantial effort towards open source software sustainability, advocating for an EU-funded Sovereign Technology Fund. The fund aims to invest at least €350 million between 2028-2035. Neither GitHub nor EU commissioners made statements on July 23, 2025.

The initiative highlights the significance of open source in Europe’s digital infrastructure. It calls for the EU, industries, and countries to invest in a resilient digital ecosystem focusing on security and sustainability.

EU’s Bold Move: €350M Investment in Open Source

The proposal, led by the GitHub Developer Policy Team, seeks to extend Germany’s sovereign technology experience to a Europe-wide level. With input from entities such as Open Forum Europe and Fraunhofer ISI, this initiative calls for pooled financing and community participation.

Increased funding and policy focus on open-source software underline its importance to Europe’s technology sovereignty. The proposed €350 million budget for 2028–2035 promises political independence and flexible funding mechanisms.

“The EU has a unique opportunity to institutionalize investment in openness at scale through a continent-wide fund.”

Germany’s Success Shines Light on EU’s Open Source Strategy

Did you know? Germany’s Sovereign Tech Fund, after aiding projects such as JUnit, demonstrated that strategic funding can considerably enhance a project’s sustainability and security. This sets a precedent for the EU’s proposed initiative.

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Coincu analysts suggest that the EU’s collaboration with tech stakeholders and the commitment to open-source projects could pioneer regulatory frameworks, advancing digital assets’ potential sustainability and security. This focus on strategic tech investments may redefine Europe’s digital landscape.