Madalin Neag – Why Open Standards Power Compliance #FOSSBack

In this session, Madalin Neag discusses the critical role of free and open standards in fostering innovation, interoperability, and compliance within the context of European digital, environmental, and industrial policies. The talk draws insights from the Linux Foundation’s State of Open Standards report, highlighting how these standards support essential legislation such as the Digital Markets Act, AI Act, and Cyber Resilience Act. Neag explores the significant attributes that enhance trust and adoption of open standards, and provides practical approaches for integrating them into policy frameworks, procurement, and public-private partnerships. Attendees will gain actionable insights on leveraging open standards for improved regulatory compliance and strategic competitiveness in the evolving digital landscape.