--- title: Community Blog | Win Morgan description: Thoughts, news and events from FINOS and its community. --- [![FINOS](https://www.finos.org/hs-fs/hubfs/sofin%20assets/SOFIN%20LOGOS/finos-logo.png?width=543&height=126&name=finos-logo.png "FINOS")](https://finos.org) - [Projects](https://www.finos.org/projects) - [Artificial Intelligence (AI)](https://ai.finos.org/) - [Common Domain Model (CDM)](https://www.finos.org/common-domain-model) - [FDC3](https://www.finos.org/fdc3) - [Fluxnova](https://fluxnova.finos.org) - [FINOS Common Cloud Controls](https://www.finos.org/common-cloud-controls-project) - [High Performance Computing (HPC)](https://hpc.finos.org) - [OSERA](https://osera.finos.org/) - [Open Source Readiness Initiative](https://www.finos.org/open-source-readiness) - [OS-Climate](https://www.finos.org/os-climate) - [Try our Projects](https://www.finos.org/project-sandbox) - [All Projects Landscape](https://landscape.finos.org/) - [Community](https://www.finos.org/engage-with-our-community) - 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[Join our Slack channel](https://finos-lf.slack.com/messages/finos-community/) - [Recognize a contributor](https://github.com/finos/community/issues/new?assignees=mcleo-d&labels=community-recognition&template=Community-Recognition.md&title=FINOS+Community+Recognition) - [Ambassador Program](https://www.finos.org/ambassador-program) - [Membership](https://www.finos.org/membership-benefits) - [Members](https://www.finos.org/members) - [Inquire](https://www.finos.org/membership-benefits#become-a-member) - [Join](https://joinnow.platform.linuxfoundation.org/?project=finos) - [Member ROI Summary & Calculator](https://www.finos.org/roi-report-calculator) - [Dependency Consumption Analysis](https://www.finos.org/dependency-consumption-analysis) - Resources - [2025 Mission & Vision](https://www.finos.org/2024-in-review-2025-vision) - [Research & Case Studies](https://www.finos.org/research-case-studies) - [Training](https://training.linuxfoundation.org/finos/) - [Open Source Maturity Model](https://osr.finos.org/docs/bok/OSMM/Introduction) - [Contributions Live Dashboard](https://metrics.finos.org) - [Our Github Organization](https://github.com/finos/) - [Our Developer Toolchain](https://odp.finos.org/) - [FINOS Store](https://store-finos.myshopify.com/) - News & Events - [This Week At FINOS](https://www.finos.org/this-week-at-finos) - [Community Blog](https://www.finos.org/blog) - [Newsletter](https://www.finos.org/newsletter) - [Podcast: Open Source in Finance](https://www.finos.org/open-source-in-finance-podcast) - [Press Releases](https://www.finos.org/press) - [FINOS Events](https://www.finos.org/hosted-events) - [Community Events](https://www.finos.org/featured-events) - [Community Spotlight](https://www.finos.org/community-spotlight) - [Stay Informed](https://www.finos.org/sign-up) - [About](https://www.finos.org/about-us) - [Stay Informed](https://www.finos.org/sign-up) - [FAQs](https://www.finos.org/faq) - [Contact Us](https://www.finos.org/contact-us) - [Governing Board](https://www.finos.org/governing-board) - [Technical Oversight Committee](https://www.finos.org/technical-oversight-committee) - [Team](https://www.finos.org/team) - [Governance](https://www.finos.org/governance) - [Code of Conduct](https://www.finos.org/code-of-conduct) - [OSFF + Videos](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/open-source-finance-forum) - [OSFF 2026](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/open-source-finance-forum/) - [OSFF Toronto 2026 Videos](https://www.finos.org/osff-toronto-2026-videos) - [OSFF New York 2025 Videos](https://www.finos.org/osff-nyc-2025-videos) - [OSFF London 2026 Videos](https://www.finos.org/osff-london-2026-videos) - [apidays Paris 2025 Videos](https://www.finos.org/apidays) ![Community Blog](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/10.04.19.FINOS_WebsiteBanners_3.png) # Community Blog ## Win Morgan Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Cloud Native, Cost Conscious, No Compromise: Leveraging Open Source Databases in Financial Industry](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-webinar-percona-cloud-native-cost-conscious-no-compromise) October 30, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-webinar-percona-cloud-native-cost-conscious-no-compromise#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/FINOS%20events/OSinFinance%20Webinar%20Series%20Percona/2024-10-24%20-%20OSinFinance%20Webinar%20Series%20Percona-2.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-webinar-percona-cloud-native-cost-conscious-no-compromise) Watch an engaging session in the Open Source in Finance Webinar Series, where experts from Percona share insights on innovation in finance. ## [OSFF Keynote Insights: FSI Cloud Native Incident Response Readiness Tabletop Exercise](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-keynote-insights-fsi-cloud-native-incident-response-tabletop-exercise) August 21, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-keynote-insights-fsi-cloud-native-incident-response-tabletop-exercise#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-07-22%20at%2012.51.51%20PM.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-keynote-insights-fsi-cloud-native-incident-response-tabletop-exercise) At our Open Source in Finance Forum in London, industry leaders gathered to explore the future of cloud-native incident response in the first FINOS cloud native incident response tabletop exercise (TTX). Watch this recording for an overview of the findings from Francesco Beltramini and Ash Ward from ControlPlane and Laura Penhallow from Qudrature. Are you a security professional at an FSI organisation? Get involved in our [next tabletop exercise at OSFF NYC 2024](https://www.finos.org/osff-2024-ttx). ## [OSFF Keynote Insights: Navigating AI Adoption In Financial Services](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-ossf-london-keynote-navigating-ai-adoption) July 30, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-ossf-london-keynote-navigating-ai-adoption#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/OSFF%202024%20%28Open%20Source%20in%20Finance%20Forum%29/OSFF%20London%202024/2024%20OSFF%20London%20Video/41%20Keynote%20Navigating%20AI%20Adoption%20in%20Financial%20Services%20-%20Colin%20Eberhardt%20CTO%20Scott%20Logic%20Emily%20Prince%20CEO%20of%20Yield%20Book%20-%20Group%20Head%20of%20Analytics%20LSEG%20Ian%20Micallef%20Head%20of%20Developer%20Enablement%20Citi%20-%20Moderated%20by%20Cara%20Delia%20Senior%20Principa.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-ossf-london-keynote-navigating-ai-adoption) In the engaging session at the FINOS Open Source in Finance Forum 2024, panelists explored the transformative impact of AI on financial services. Cara Delia introduced the discussion, emphasizing AI readiness as a key strategic initiative for FINOS. Emily Prince highlighted the challenge of making data more accessible for end users, while Ian Micallef discussed overcoming legacy system hurdles and regulatory compliance. Collin Eberhardt noted the need for new frameworks to handle AI's non-deterministic nature and ethical concerns. The panel concluded with insights into the future of AI, stressing the importance of balancing innovation with robust regulatory practices.   ## [OSFF Keynote Insights: Welcome & the State of Open Source](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-osff-london-keynote-welcome) July 26, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-osff-london-keynote-welcome#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/OSFF%202024%20%28Open%20Source%20in%20Finance%20Forum%29/OSFF%20London%202024/2024%20OSFF%20London%20Video/40%20Keynote%20Welcome%20-%20The%20State%20of%20Open%20Source%20-%20Gabriele%20Columbro%20Executive%20Director%20FINOS%20and%20General%20Manager%20Linux%20Foundation%20Europe%20with%20Special%20Guests_e3.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-osff-london-keynote-welcome) In the vibrant setting of the FINOS Open Source in Finance Forum 2024, industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of financial technology and open source collaboration. Gabriele Columbro, FINOS Executive Director, along with special guests Rhyddian Olds from Citi and Madeleine Dassule from Wellington Management, and Emily Kei Kei Cheung from UBS, presented key initiatives and welcomed new members to the community. ## [OSR Presentation: Insights Out of Chaoss, Cali Dolfi Red Hat](https://www.finos.org/blog/osr-presentation-insights-out-of-chaoss) June 10, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/osr-presentation-insights-out-of-chaoss#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Projects%20%2B%20SIGs/Open%20Source%20Readiness%20OSR/Cali%20Dolfi%20OSR%20Presentation.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/osr-presentation-insights-out-of-chaoss) Learn about 8Knot, a new tool designed to enhance open source community analysis, with a video of the recent FINOS Open Source Readiness presentation by Cali Dolfi of Red Hat on June 8th, 2024, or check out the [transcript](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan#Transcript). In her presentation, Cali provided an in-depth look at 8Knot’s features, explaining how it utilizes Augur to collect and structure data from Git repositories. 8Knot offers comprehensive visualizations and dashboards to provide insights into community health, contributor activity, and project sustainability. The session also included a dynamic Q&A, where participants discussed potential future enhancements and integrations based on the audience's feedback. [![Open Source Readiness](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2419532/interactive-167235947162.png)](https://www.finos.org/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLEHi05kW1jG31dD1YKaRWehvkET%2FAm0seYD2sFiGDna9ytNmCY3fPCXOcEtZ6xX%2F2al0083K0r8ApHCB47erdeYVvZ7vjnJApgyjFelA45myvpTuFzD9wYi5wb3JW0hhtXbYaU1ryXLxiHUCVsMEpgpU4myg9nLA%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=167235947162&portalId=2419532) ## [FDC3 General Meeting](https://www.finos.org/blog/fdc3-general-2024-may) May 14, 2024 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/fdc3-general-2024-may#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Projects%20%2B%20SIGs/FDC3/Screenshot%202024-05-14%20at%2013.36.20.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/fdc3-general-2024-may) Dive into a broad update on FDC3 aimed at a less technical audience with a video of the recent General Meeting held on May 7th, 2024 or check out the [transcript](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan#Transcript). Led by Kris West, this meeting provided a comprehensive overview of the latest developments, announcements, and ongoing initiatives within the FDC3 community. [![FDC3 Microsite](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2419532/interactive-167359336734.png)](https://www.finos.org/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIr1l4OZeuF2MqyGYaO4fCe8JUXIscLxBTbuT9m7n8GjIGDZf%2FCd6%2Fyzo6o67HvmZITbt7EQERnEBferxXNBhMw4ESDC9cnPUgaaAEFOy%2BiNUeQ5yt4d1YweQM%2F86kTa9qrg78JsfWOw7MSBlS8fccKVju%2Ff1xJNz3A&webInteractiveContentId=167359336734&portalId=2419532) ## [Open Source in Finance Podcast: Leveraging your Organization's Open Source Engagements to Recruit and Retain with Chris Howard of EPAM Systems](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-leveraging-your-organizations-open-source-engagements-to-recruit-and-retain-with-chris-howard-of-epam-systems) September 07, 2022 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-leveraging-your-organizations-open-source-engagements-to-recruit-and-retain-with-chris-howard-of-epam-systems#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/FINOS/2021%20OSSF%20London%20Working%20Folder/finos-open-source-in-finance-podcast.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-leveraging-your-organizations-open-source-engagements-to-recruit-and-retain-with-chris-howard-of-epam-systems) In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Chris Howard, Lead Open Source Program Manager at EPAM and discuss how open source can play a key role in attracting and retaining talented developers, engineers, technologists, and even technologists in financial services. Chris spoke about this topic at the July 22 version of the Open Source in Finance Forum in London, and we do a deeper dive in this podcast. Episode show notes and transcript are available below. ## [Open Source in Finance Podcast: First Time Conference Speakers - How To's with Leslie Hawthorn of Red Hat](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-first-time-conference-speakers-how-tos-with-leslie-hawthorn-of-red-hat) September 02, 2022 [Win Morgan](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/win-morgan) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-first-time-conference-speakers-how-tos-with-leslie-hawthorn-of-red-hat#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/FINOS/2021%20OSSF%20London%20Working%20Folder/finos-open-source-in-finance-podcast.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-first-time-conference-speakers-how-tos-with-leslie-hawthorn-of-red-hat) In this special episode of the podcast, we sit down with Leslie Hawthorn who is a senior manager for vertical community strategy at Red Hat and a long time friend in the open source world. We leverage her extensive conference speaker knowledge for this "how to" for first time conference speakers. We talk about ideation, planning, psychology, and just getting through the presentation as a way to help folks that have thought about giving a talk about something they care and know about, but have reservations about doing that in front of 10, 100, or 1000 people. Episode show notes and transcript are available below. 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