Europe Spotlight 2023 Open Source Innovation Report

This report, titled 'Europe Spotlight 2023', examines the current state of open source software (OSS) innovation in Europe, highlighting both opportunities and challenges. It outlines the growing business value of OSS, with 59% of survey respondents acknowledging its increasing importance. The report indicates that while the perceived value of OSS in the public sector has stagnated, there is a significant gap between the use and contribution to OSS. It discusses the vital role of open source in generative artificial intelligence, noting that 91% of respondents view it as essential for future industry sectors. The report also addresses the paradoxical relationship between OSS and security, revealing that improved security is often not recognized as a benefit. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for better understanding of software bills of materials (SBOMs) as a security best practice. Overall, the findings suggest a momentum towards recognizing the value of OSS, particularly in addressing social challenges such as climate change and inequality.