SFP#40: How to tackle Openwashing?
Software Freedom Podcast
It took us some time but we are finally there: The Software Freedom Podcast episode is releasing its 40th episode! In this one Johannes and Bonnie talk about Openwashing.
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The FSFE defends Interoperability from Apple at the EU’s highest court
Device Neutrality
Today, on 21 October, the Free Software Foundation Europe participated as an intervener in the landmark Apple v. European Commission (T-1080/23) hearing before the Court of Justice of the European Union. The case will determine whether the Digital Markets Act can effectively guarantee interoperability, software freedom, and user choice
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The Digital Markets Act aimed to open Europe’s digital ecosystems, but that promise is now being tested. In Apple v. European Commission, Apple challenges key DMA rules on interoperability and user choice at the EU's highest court. The FSFE is intervening to defend user freedoms. The public hearing takes place Tuesday, 21 October.
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SFP#40: How to tackle Openwashing?
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