--- title: Community Blog (18) description: Thoughts, news and events from FINOS and its community. (18) --- [![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) - [FINOS Community Calendar](https://www.finos.org/calendar) - [Community Quickstart](https://www.finos.org/get-involved) - [FINOS Community Site](https://community.finos.org/) - [Contribute](https://community.finos.org/docs/governance/Software-Projects/contribution) - [Unable to Contribute?](https://www.finos.org/open-source-readiness) - [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 NY Workshops](https://www.finos.org/osff-ny-2026-workshops) - [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) - [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) - [FINOS Community Calendar](https://www.finos.org/calendar) - [Community Quickstart](https://www.finos.org/get-involved) - [FINOS Community Site](https://community.finos.org/) - [Contribute](https://community.finos.org/docs/governance/Software-Projects/contribution) - [Unable to Contribute?](https://www.finos.org/open-source-readiness) - [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 NY Workshops](https://www.finos.org/osff-ny-2026-workshops) - [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 ## [FINOS Q2 2024 All Community Call](https://www.finos.org/blog/finos-q2-2024-all-community-call) May 02, 2024 [FINOS Team](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/finos-team) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/finos-q2-2024-all-community-call#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/All%20Community%20Calls/2024/2024Q2%20-%20FINOS%20All%20Community%20Call-2.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/finos-q2-2024-all-community-call) The Q2 All Community Call which took place on Thursday, May 2nd gave FINOS updates and a view of what's happening in this quarter and beyond. Video from the event and slides are available below. ## [OSFF Insights: FINOS CCC - The Need for an Open Source Financial Services Public Cloud Standard with Simon Zhang & Naseer Mohammed](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-finos-ccc-the-need-for-an-open-source-financial-services-public-cloud-standard) May 01, 2024 [Ashley Tarsillo](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/ashley-tarsillo) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-finos-ccc-the-need-for-an-open-source-financial-services-public-cloud-standard#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/OSFF%20Insights%20FINOS%20CCC%20-%20The%20Need%20for%20an%20Open%20Source%20Financial%20Services%20Public%20Cloud%20Standard%20with%20Simon%20zhang%20%26%20naseer%20mohammed.jpg)](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-finos-ccc-the-need-for-an-open-source-financial-services-public-cloud-standard) In a dynamic virtual session, Simon Zhang from the Bank of Montreal (BMO) and Naseer Mohammed from Google shared invaluable insights into the realm of cloud compliance. Simon, representing the buyer side at BMO, brought to the table extensive experience in navigating regulatory landscapes, while Naseer, a seasoned security engineer at Google, offered a deep understanding of cloud technology and its implications for compliance. ## [OSFF Insights: Enabling Real Time Regulatory Compliance with Kafka Streams and Morphir - Anna McDonald, Confluent](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-enabling-real-time-regulatory-compliance) May 01, 2024 [Ashley Tarsillo](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/ashley-tarsillo) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-enabling-real-time-regulatory-compliance#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/OSFF%20Insights%20Enabling%20Real%20Time%20Regulatory%20Compliance%20with%20Kafka%20Streams%20and%20Morphir%20-%20Anna%20McDonald%2c%20Confluent%20%281%29.jpg)](https://www.finos.org/blog/osff-insights-enabling-real-time-regulatory-compliance) Anna McDonald, drawing from her background rooted in the banking sector, reminisces about the history of collaborative efforts among banks, reminiscent of the present and future potential of platforms like FINOS. She explores the inevitability of regulations and the critical role of eventing, particularly emphasizing Kafka Streams' application in ensuring continual compliance. ## [Community Highlight: Marketing Intern at FINOS](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-marketing-intern-at-finos) May 01, 2024 [Ashley Tarsillo](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/ashley-tarsillo) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-marketing-intern-at-finos#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Community%20Highlight%20%20Marketing%20Intern%20at%20FINOS.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/2024-marketing-intern-at-finos) It's with great enthusiasm that I step into my role as a Marketing Intern here at FINOS. My name is Ashley Tarsillo, and I'm thrilled to be part of a company that's at the forefront of innovation in the financial technology sector. As a recent college graduate, I am excited to bring a blend of fresh perspectives and a hunger to learn and contribute to the innovative initiatives here at FINOS. Over the past few months, I learned a great deal from my peers and strengthen my knowledge and understanding of marketing. ## [Join FINOS in Shaping the Future of AI in Financial Services](https://www.finos.org/blog/join-finos-in-shaping-the-future-of-ai) April 30, 2024 [FINOS Team](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/finos-team) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/join-finos-in-shaping-the-future-of-ai#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/futureofai-blogpost.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/join-finos-in-shaping-the-future-of-ai) We're proud to announce the formation of the [AI Readiness for Financial Services Industry (FSI) Special Interest Group (SIG)](https://github.com/finos/ai-readiness) as part of its broader pioneering AI strategic initiative. This initiative is tailor-made for financial services organizations to lead the charge into the era of AI-driven innovation. ## [Open Source in Finance Podcast: Alex Scammon - Head of Open Source Development at G-Research](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-alex-scammon-g-research) April 26, 2024 [Grizz Griswold](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/grizz-griswold) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-alex-scammon-g-research#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Open%20Source%20in%20Finance%20Podcast/Open%20Source%20in%20Finance%20Podcast%20-%20Alex%20Scammon%20G%20research.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-alex-scammon-g-research) In this episode of the podcast, Grizz sits down with Alex Scammon - Head of Open Source Development at G-Research. We talk about Alex's building of an OSPO at G-Research, and how you need to be intrepid when you do something like that. ## [The Future of Accessible Design: Introducing the Accessibility Theme Builder and Your Chance to Get Involved](https://www.finos.org/blog/future-of-accessible-design-introducing-the-accessibility-theme-builder) April 24, 2024 [Lise Noble](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/lisa-noble) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/future-of-accessible-design-introducing-the-accessibility-theme-builder#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/Community%20Blog/2024-04-23%20-%20The%20Future%20of%20Accessible%20Design%20Introducing%20the%20Accessibility%20Theme%20Builder%20and%20Your%20Chance%20to%20Get%20Involved-3.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/future-of-accessible-design-introducing-the-accessibility-theme-builder) It’s no secret that even the best design tools and products in the market today fall short in key areas of accessibility. There's a misconception among developers that these gaps are taken care of when you work with various libraries or platforms, and that's simply not true. So how do you bring awareness and a solution to a problem that exists globally across all devices and platforms? Enter the [Accessibility Theme Builder](https://technology.discover.com/posts/introduction-theme-builder-open-source-accessibiliity-tool) and our [paid mentorship opportunity](https://mentorship.lfx.linuxfoundation.org/project/7c560645-b028-4a42-8ea5-4af880d6910f). ## [Open Source in Finance Podcast: Donald Fischer - CEO & CoFounder at Tidelift](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-donald-fischer-ceo-cofounder-at-tidelift) April 18, 2024 [Grizz Griswold](https://www.finos.org/blog/author/grizz-griswold) [Leave a comment](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-donald-fischer-ceo-cofounder-at-tidelift#comments-listing) [![](https://www.finos.org/hubfs/finos-open-source-in-finance-podcast-1.png)](https://www.finos.org/blog/open-source-in-finance-podcast-donald-fischer-ceo-cofounder-at-tidelift) In this episode of the podcast, Grizz sits down with Donald Fischer - CEO and CoFounder at Tidelift (a new member of FINOS). We talk about Donald's journey through open source in the 90's to today, paying open source maintainers, and events on the horizon. 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