Open Source Summit + AI_dev Japan 2024

To sustain the OS industry, we must assess the efficiency of the open source 3P cycle (Projects, Products, and Profits). Companies build products using open source software and generate revenue. This should incentivize them to reinvest in open source communities, thereby creating better products and increasing profits. However, the 3P cycle is not functioning smoothly. While companies utilize open source technologies, they often do so without collaborating with the community. This lack of interaction reduces their interest in reinvesting in the open source ecosystem. This issue significantly impacts the Japanese industry. Companies miss opportunities to leverage cutting-edge technologies and remain less inclined to invest in talent development within and outside their organizations. The resulting talent shortage poses a serious sustainability challenge for the industry. In this session, LF Japan evangelists will discuss this topic from their respective areas of expertise, including cloud, blockchain, security, compliance, and OSPO. Attendees will learn about the latest trends in open source and business and engage in discussions on how to enhance the 3P cycle in Japan.