The Ultimate Guide to Open source
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Open source.
What to know about Open source
Open source software represents a collaborative approach to software development, where code is made freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. This transparency fosters innovation and allows developers from all over the world to contribute, improve, and adapt technology to meet evolving needs. The open source movement has become a cornerstone of modern IT infrastructure, driving advancements in cloud computing, containerisation, artificial intelligence, and more.
Our collection of recent stories under the 'Open source' tag offers insights into how open source technologies are influencing industries and enterprises globally. From major tech companies embracing open source frameworks and partnerships to government initiatives enhancing accessibility and security, these articles highlight the expansive role of open source in promoting flexibility, interoperability, and cost-effective solutions.
By exploring these stories, readers can learn about emerging trends such as Kubernetes and container adoption, AI integrations in hybrid clouds, evolving security practices for open source projects, and the dynamic partnerships shaping the future of cloud-native computing. Whether you're a developer, business leader, or technology enthusiast, delving into these narratives will deepen your understanding of how open source continues to drive innovation and transform the digital landscape.
Australian Open source News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for researchers in Australia
Free access to ChatGPT will reach 10,000 Australian researchers first, as OpenAI targets science and maths work at universities.
NeoSearch opens source code to boost search transparency
Users and researchers can now inspect how the Sydney-based search engine ranks results and handles privacy after its code was opened.
When you outgrow Shopify: the web hosting decision behind going self-hosted
Rising sales can make hosted eCommerce plans costly and restrictive, pushing merchants towards self-hosted stores with better control and lower fees.
KCD Melbourne 2026 unveils Kubernetes speaker line-up
Registrations are open as Australia's cloud native community gears up for a larger 2026 gathering focused on production lessons and peer exchange.
Ledger launches agent stack for AI payment approvals
AI agents can now draft payments and wallet actions while final approval stays on a Ledger device, limiting theft if software is compromised.
Australia sets up Office of AI amid trust concerns
Businesses will face tighter AI scrutiny as the new Office of AI takes shape amid concerns over trust, compliance and employee impact.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Open source
IDC survey flags networking bottlenecks for agentic AI
Datadog named Gartner observability leader for sixth year
Grafana Labs named leader in Gartner observability report
Google tops Gartner's AI infrastructure magic quadrant
EDB named Forrester Leader in multimodel data platforms
Featured News
Exclusive: Virtuozzo sees GPU clouds reshape AI infrastructure
AI demand is pushing cloud providers towards GPU-as-a-service models, with efficiency and utilisation emerging as key differentiators.
Check Point Technologies: On vigilance, Mythos and beyond
AI-driven vulnerability scanning is forcing firms to rethink complacency as Check Point says existing defences still help against Mythos.
Expert Columns
When you outgrow Shopify: the web hosting decision behind going self-hosted
AI is redefining what your PC can do
The Fable 5 ban lesson is to diversify
Why organisations in Asia Pacific are rethinking their AI deployment strategies
Biznet Gio scales cloud performance for AI era with AMD
Generative AI fuels alarming surge in intimate image abuse
Observability & AI spark Australia's business edge
Australia eyes open AI infrastructure for 2026 era
Five hard truths about enterprise AI heading into 2026
2026: AI turns inward as virtualisation is rewritten
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Exclusive: Virtuozzo sees GPU clouds reshape AI infrastructure
Check Point Technologies: On vigilance, Mythos and beyond
Exclusive: Grafana Lab's Jen Villa on targeting the AI observability gap
Grafana: Turning data chaos into developer efficiency and CFO savings
Beyond silicon: AMD evolves AI processor performance, makes play for investment trillions
Recent Open source News
GitHub data shows Australia's global open-source rise
Australia's developers are contributing more widely abroad, with GitHub data showing a 16% quarterly rise in cross-border open-source collaboration.
The Fable 5 ban lesson is to diversify
Australian firms learned the hard way that relying on one AI model can halt operations, as cheaper open alternatives now make diversification practical.
Australia leads in self-hosted AI use, JFrog finds
The survey also found most firms still lack secrets scanning and rapid audit proof, leaving hidden credentials and compliance delays as weak spots.
Vulnetix named Australia's first global CVE authority
Australian developers can now access free vulnerability tools as Vulnetix takes a formal role in global software flaw tracking.
Avocado warns on code repository supply chain attacks
Australian organisations face fresh risk of cloud and identity compromise as the cyber watchdog reissues its alert on repository attacks.
AI supercharges LinkedIn phishing risks in Australia
AI tools let attackers mine Australians' LinkedIn activity in under 30 minutes, rapidly generating tailored phishing profiles at scale.
Zetifi wins design award for safety-focused smart antenna
Zetifi's UHF CB Smart Antenna wins Silver at the 2026 Australian Design Awards for turning vehicle antennas into connected safety hubs.
Observability & AI spark Australia's business edge
Australian firms are turning observability from backroom monitor into strategic engine, fusing AI and data to drive growth and resilience.
OpenAI Codex app rollout includes Australian education pilot
OpenAI has launched its Codex app for agent-based software development, with an Australian education provider integrating the tool into IT degrees.
Australian AI partnerships set new benchmarks for ethical standards
Sovereign Australia AI partners with UNSW and Deakin to develop ethical AI benchmarks reflecting Australian culture, language and values.
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The best of both worlds: Managing AKS, EKS & GKE with Rancher
Rancher offers a unified platform to manage AKS, EKS and GKE, blending control and convenience for seamless hybrid and multi-cloud Kubernetes operations.
Australian developers embrace AI, boost productivity on GitHub
Over 2 million Australian developers boosted productivity and innovation, embracing AI tools like GitHub Copilot amid record growth on GitHub in 2025.
HPE & Ericsson launch lab to simplify 5G core deployments
HPE and Ericsson have launched a joint lab near Ericsson's HQ to simplify deployment of cloud-native 5G core networks by 2025 for telcos.
HPE & Ericsson partner to accelerate open 5G core deployment
HPE and Ericsson launch a joint validation lab in Sweden to speed up multi-vendor 5G core network deployment for telecom providers by 2025.
Elastic Security scores 99.3% in 2025 AV-Comparatives EPR test
Elastic Security earned Certified status with a 99.3% effectiveness rate in AV-Comparatives' 2025 Endpoint Prevention and Response test, outperforming major rivals.
Sovereign Australia AI launches with nation's largest GPU cluster
Sovereign Australia AI launches ethical, transparent AI models focusing on local data sovereignty and Australian values.
Dell launches software platform to simplify AI & cloud management
Dell Technologies has unveiled the Dell Automation Platform to simplify AI, private cloud and edge management with unified software orchestration.
The VMware cost hike is a modernisation opportunity
Australian firms facing VMware's steep licence hikes see a chance to modernise infrastructure by switching to flexible platforms like Red Hat OpenShift.
Exclusive: Penguin Solutions eyes growth in Australia's edge computing
Penguin Solutions is expanding in Australia, boosting ultra-resilient edge computing for critical sectors like transport, mining, and finance.
Elastic completes acquisition of AIOps company Keep
Elastic says Keep's automation tools will strengthen its AI and ML-powered observability and security offerings.
