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Open Source Software in Finance: Trends and Insights

Financial organizations increasingly rely on open source software as a foundational component of their mission-critical infrastructure. In this blog, we explore the top open source trends and technologies used within the FinTech space from our recent State of Open Source Report — with insights on the unique pain points these companies experience when working with OSS. 

Open Source in Finance Podcast: Exploring AI, Cybersecurity, and Open Source Chris Lindsey, Mend.io

November 06, 2024

In this episode of the FINOS podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Chris Lindsey, a Security Evangelist from Mend.io. They discuss the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and open-source software. Chris shares his extensive experience in software development and application security, providing insights into secure coding practices, the critical role of open source in development, and practical approaches to managing AI technology within highly regulated industries.

Tune in to learn about the challenges and strategies in the evolving landscape of AI and cybersecurity.

Banks Harness Open Source Innovation to Transform Regulatory Reporting

The financial sector is facing increasing regulatory demands, and firms need new approaches to maintain compliance while driving operational efficiency.

Cloud Native, Cost Conscious, No Compromise: Leveraging Open Source Databases in Financial Industry

October 30, 2024

Watch an engaging session in the Open Source in Finance Webinar Series, where experts from Percona share insights on innovation in finance.

FINOS DEI SIG Advances Responsible AI; Diversity & Open Source Talent Development as Key Pillars for Inclusive Technology

It’s been a busy and productive time for FINOS’ DEI SIG!

Open Source in Finance Podcast: Future of Banking with Open Source: Insights from Percona CEO Ann Schlemmer

Join Grizz Griswold of FINOS as he interviews Ann Schlemmer, CEO of Percona, in this insightful episode. They discuss the transformative role of open source technologies in the financial sector, Ann's career journey from banking to MySQL and her leadership at Percona. The conversation covers the benefits of open source for financial institutions, including cost-efficiency, innovation, security, and talent acquisition. They also explore the evolving landscape of finance and technology, the balance between open source and proprietary solutions, and the future of open source databases. Tune in to learn how financial institutions can gain a competitive edge in today's highly regulated environment.

Rune Contribution

October 21, 2024

This post, part of our Common Domain Model (CDM) blog series, is about “Rune”. Rune is the language underpinning the CDM, which we recently contributed to FINOS, the Fintech Open Source Foundation.

Open Source in Finance Podcast: Exploring Interoperability with Dan Schleifer, interop.io

In this episode of the FINOS Open Source in Finance podcast, Grizz Griswold interviews Dan Schleifer, CEO and Co-Founder of Interop.io and ChartIQ. They discuss the impact of the 'toggle tax' on productivity and envision a future where financial professionals can focus on higher-value tasks. The conversation delves into desktop interoperability and the role of open standards like FDC3 in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing cognitive load. Learn about the collaboration between fierce competitors and the formation of interop.io within FINOS, emphasizing the importance of open source solutions in the finance industry.

Tune in to discover how adopting interoperability frameworks can streamline workflows and drive innovation for a more connected financial ecosystem.

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