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Chris RemingtontoFree and Open Source Software@beehaw.org·3 months ago3 months ago

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Switzerland mandates all software developed for the government be open sourced

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Switzerland mandates all software developed for the government be open sourced

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Chris RemingtontoFree and Open Source Software@beehaw.org·3 months ago3 months ago

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New Open Source law in Switzerland

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Switzerland has enacted the "Federal Law on the Use of Electronic Means for the Fulfilment of Governmental Tasks" (EMBAG), establishing a mandatory requirement for open source software within public sector bodies.

Archive link: https://archive.is/TcoAi

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Huh, I hadn’t heard about this. I hope Rossman doesn’t think he’s above criticism.