Mobifree’s Open Source Strategy Challenging the Tech Giants
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For decades, the mobile software sector has been dominated by Big Tech, which is characterized by proprietary standards, closed-source software, and a focus on harvesting user data. These practices have raised significant concerns regarding privacy violations, user lock-in, poor labor standards, and environmental harm.
To address these multifaceted issues, Mobifree, a new project sponsored by the European Commission’s Next Generation Internet initiative, is challenging the status quo and advocating for a shift towards more open, respectful, and sustainable practices.
It’s not just a single entity but a powerful coalition of twelve organizations, united by a shared vision—to develop mobile open-source software that champions digital rights, fosters quality, and ensures fair competition.