FSF News
LibrePlanet free software conference celebrates 10th anniversary, CFP and registration open now
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Tuesday, September 19, 2017 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the dates of the tenth annual LibrePlanet free software conference, which will be held March 24-25, 2018, in the Boston area.
FSF announces new fiscal sponsorship for SeaGL conference
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Tuesday, August 1, 2017 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) announced today that the Seattle GNU/Linux (SeaGL) Conference will join the Working Together for Free Software Fund, becoming the first conference fiscally sponsored by the FSF.
Fifteen new devices from Technoethical now RYF-certified to respect your freedom
BOSTON, Massachusetts USA — Wednesday, June 28th, 2017 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today awarded Respects Your Freedom (RYF) certification to fifteen devices from Technoethical (formerly Tehnoetic): the TET-N150HGA, the TET-N300, the TET-N300HGA, the TET-N300DB, the TET-N450DB, the TET-BT4, the TET-X200, the TET-X200T, the TET-X200S, the TET-T400, the TET-400S, the TET-T500, the TET-X200DOCK, the TET-T400DOCK, and the TET-D16. The RYF certification mark means that the products meet the FSF's standards in regard to users' freedom, control over the product, and privacy.
SecureDrop and Alexandre Oliva are 2016 Free Software Awards winners
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Saturday, March 25, 2017 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the winners of the 2016 Free Software Awards at a ceremony held during the LibrePlanet 2017 conference at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). FSF President Richard M. Stallman presented the Award for the Advancement of Free Software and the Award for Projects of Social Benefit.
LibrePlanet free software conference returns to MIT this weekend, March 25-26
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, USA -- Tuesday, March 21, 2017 -- This weekend, the Free Software Foundation (FSF) and MIT's Student Information Processing Board (SIPB) collaborate to bring the LibrePlanet free software conference to Cambridge, March 25-26, 2017, at the Stata Center at MIT.
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GNU Toolchain now accepting donations with the support of the Free Software Foundation
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA—Thursday, March 9th, 2017—The Free Software Foundation (FSF) is now accepting donations to support the GNU Toolchain, a collection of foundational freely licensed software development tools. Many pieces of software depend upon the GNU Toolchain, including the GNU/Linux family of operating systems which runs the majority of Web servers, millions of personal devices and the most advanced supercomputers.
Three devices from Vikings GmbH now FSF-certified to respect your freedom
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA—Monday, March 6th, 2017—The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today awarded Respects Your Freedom (RYF) certification to three devices from Vikings GmbH: the Vikings D16 Mainboard, the Vikings X200 libre-friendly laptop, and the Vikings USB Stereo Sound Adapter. The RYF certification mark means that the product meets the FSF's standards in regard to users' freedom, control over the product, and privacy.
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ACLU Massachusetts Technology for Liberty Director Kade Crockford at LibrePlanet 2017
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, USA — Monday, February 6, 2017 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) announced today that Kade Crockford of the American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts will be a keynote speaker at LibrePlanet, the annual free software conference, on Saturday, March 25th, 2017.
Sumana Harihareswara's keynote will close LibrePlanet 2017
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, USA — Wednesday, January 25, 2017 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) announced today that Sumana Harihareswara will be a keynote speaker at LibrePlanet, the annual free software conference, on Sunday, March 26th, 2017.
FSF announces a major overhaul of free software High Priority Projects List
Boston, Massachusetts, USA – Tuesday, January 17, 2017 – The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced a major update to its High Priority Free Software Projects (HPP) list.
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LibrePlanet 2017 keynote announcement: Author and tech activist Cory Doctorow
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Thursday, December 22, 2016 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced that Cory Doctorow will be a keynote speaker at LibrePlanet, the annual free software conference, on Sunday, March 26th, 2017.
LibrePlanet 2017 will return to MIT thanks to SIPB, March 25-26, 2017
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA – Wednesday, December 21, 2016 – The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced that the annual free software conference LibrePlanet will return to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26th, 2017.
FSF announces change in general counsel
The Free Software Foundation seeks nominations for the 19th annual Free Software Awards
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Tuesday, October 11, 2016 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) and the GNU Project today call upon the free software community to submit nominations for the 19th annual Free Software Awards. The Free Software Awards include the Award for the Advancement of Free Software and the Award for Projects of Social Benefit. The awards are presented each year at the LibrePlanet free software conference.
LibrePlanet returns March 25-26, 2017, call for proposals for annual free software conference now open
BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA -- Tuesday, September 27, 2016 -- The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced the dates for the LibrePlanet free software conference, which will be held March 25-26, 2017, in the Boston area. The call for sessions is now open, and registration, volunteer applications, and exhibitor applications will open in October.
Free Software Foundation statement on 2016-09-16
Free Software Foundation stresses necessity of full user control over Internet-connected devices
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the integration of Internet technology into a wider range of home devices than previously envisaged by most users. Early adopters of IoT may now have homes with Internet-connected lightbulbs, alarm systems, baby monitors and even coffee machines. Internet integration allows owners to have greater flexibility over their devices, making it possible to turn on their air conditioning as they leave work to cool the house before they return, to have curtains that automatically close based on sunset time, or lights that automatically turn off after the owner has left the house. Each individual benefit may seem marginal, but overall they add significant benefit to the owners.