The Ultimate Guide to Open source
A curated Asian 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.
Asian Open source News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
OceanBase opens Kuala Lumpur support centre for Asia
OceanBase deepens Southeast Asia push with Kuala Lumpur support centre to serve fintech and banks needing 24/7 local database support.
Dataiku launches 575 Lab for responsible AI governance
Dataiku unveils 575 Lab open source toolkit to boost explainability, privacy and governance for increasingly autonomous AI agents.
FPT deploys Plume cloud Wi‑Fi to boost homes in Vietnam
Vietnam's FPT is deploying Plume's cloud-managed Wi‑Fi to boost in‑home coverage, performance and security across its broadband base.
AMD deepens South Korea AI push with NAVER, Upstage
AMD inks AI infrastructure deals with NAVER Cloud and Upstage in South Korea, boosting its role in the country's sovereign AI push.
Google boosts AI research, skills & safety in Singapore
Google will expand AI R&D, cloud engineering, health projects and skills training in Singapore, deepening a USD $5 billion tech presence.
Agnes AI hits 5m users & open-sources SEA-focused LLM
Agnes AI tops 5m users in six months and open-sources an 8B-parameter SEA-focused language model aimed at cross-cultural productivity use.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Open source
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Capsule Security raises $7 million to guard AI agents
DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition
SUSE buys Losant to boost open source industrial IoT
Dell adds Nutanix AHV support to its Private Cloud
Featured News
Exclusive: Grafana Lab's Jen Villa on targeting the AI observability gap
Grafana Labs unveils new AI observability and CLI tools as enterprises grapple with monitoring and controlling production AI systems at GrafanaCON 2026.
Grafana: Turning data chaos into developer efficiency and CFO savings
Grafana leans on AI-powered observability and Adaptive Telemetry to sharpen developer insight while slashing cloud bills by up to 50%.
Beyond silicon: AMD evolves AI processor performance, makes play for investment trillions
AMD shifts its AI pitch from raw silicon to open software and cloud access as it targets developers and a share of looming trillions.
Expert Columns
Biznet Gio scales cloud performance for AI era with AMD
Generative AI fuels alarming surge in intimate image abuse
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
The next phase of AI infrastructure: consistency, cost and consolidation
Paying a fortune to comply with software licences? Time for enterprises to rethink their ITAM strategy
Integrating AppSec for efficient DevSecOps
Golden age of human imagination
Java Independence is now a board-level priority - Driving cost savings, cloud efficiency and strategic agility
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
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
Commvault SHIFT New York outlines deeper cloud recovery
Helm 4 marks 10 years with major features for Kubernetes
Recent Open source News
Taiwan HPC centre NCHC joins global iRODS Consortium
Taiwan's National Centre for High-Performance Computing joins the global iRODS Consortium to bolster secure, scalable research data management.
Singapore, Shenzhen trial cross-border data platform
Singapore and Shenzhen launch a blockchain-based data validation trial, starting with cross-border checks on business owners' credit reports.
Agnes AI tops 5m users, launches open-source SEA LLM
Singapore's Agnes AI hits 5m users in six months and open-sources its SEA-focused 8B-language model to cut reliance on foreign tech stacks.
Ant International powers SME growth with AI fintech
Ant International taps AI-driven fintech to power over 2 billion cross-border payments and turbocharge SME growth in emerging markets.
ADLINK pairs ABOS with modules to meet IoT security rules
ADLINK preloads ABOS with IoT security licence on selected modules, easing compliance with Japan's JC-STAR and the EU's Cyber Resilience Act.
Mitsubishi Electric becomes Linux Foundation gold member
Mitsubishi Electric has upgraded to gold status at the Linux Foundation, deepening its role in open source projects across global industries.
Indosat hailed among top Southeast Asia workplaces
Indosat has been named to the 2025 Fortune Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia list, the only Indonesian telecoms operator recognised.
Sirisoft & Red Hat champion automation for AI-ready IT
Sirisoft and Red Hat urge Thai enterprises to treat automation as core AI-ready IT infrastructure, redefining ROI beyond simple cost cuts.
VPBank completes major Temenos upgrade on Red Hat OpenShift cloud
VPBank has upgraded to the latest Temenos platform on Red Hat OpenShift, enhancing scalability and efficiency for over 17 million customers in under 24 hours.
Indosat launches AI semantic search with Google Cloud support
Indosat has introduced an AI-powered Semantic Search in its apps, using Google Cloud's Vertex AI to personalise service and product recommendations for users.
Exclusive: OCBC's 20-year data & AI innovation journey
OCBC's 20-year investment in data underpins over 30 AI applications, boosting efficiency and cutting costs across its banking services.
Akamai releases Defenders' Guide 2025 for APJ region
Akamai Technologies has launched the Defenders' Guide 2025, a comprehensive report for APJ cybersecurity professionals facing rising cyber threats.
ZTE's Meng Wei Elected Chairman of LF AI & Data
ZTE's Director of Standards and Open Source Strategy, Meng Wei has been elected as Chairman of the Governing Board of the Linux Foundation AI and Data.
Why personalised CX will pay off for Asia's banks
In just a few years, well-funded fintech firms, mobile wallets, trading apps and digital-only banks have revolutionised the centuries-old banking industry.
Alibaba Cloud backs Singapore SMEs during COVID-19 struggles
Alibaba Cloud sees over 50% surge in demand for cloud technologies from SMEs in Singapore due to COVID-19 Circuit Break measures.
Skilled employment in tech roles to boost Thailand 4.0
Thailand's strong business fundamentals and government agenda will drive the country into the new era of Thailand 4.0, says report.
Cloud to drive next wave of DX in Indonesia
Indonesia's next wave of digital transformation will be driven by cloud technology, with enterprises investing IDR 445 trillion by 2018, says IDC.
Acronis and CloudLinux release data security solution
Acronis partners with CloudLinux to launch CloudLinux Backup for Imunify360, a robust, cloud-based data protection solution designed for Linux Web servers.
Indonesian cloud hosting firm Dewaweb to provide CloudLinux web server security
CloudLinux has selected Indonesia's Dewaweb hosting company to deliver AI-powered web server security to customers in Indonesia.
Inspur signs up to ONOS project for stronger data center SDN
Inspur has joined the Open Network Operating System (ONOS) project as a collaborator, pledging its support to provide better data center networking.