This 1^st video focuses on the Open Source landscape in the early 2000’s, OIN’s creation, and how our mission has not waivered for 20 years. This video explains how OIN’s model works, our value proposition, why scale matters & how the community is a strategic asset with the cross-license.

Presented by:
Shane Coughlan, Global Ambassador, OIN 2.0

For over 20 years, OIN has fostered Open Source innovation through patent non-aggression, helping reduce risk and encourage collaboration. OIN 2.0 builds on that foundation by transitioning to a community-funded model that ensures the long-term sustainability of the organization.

Presented by:
Shane Coughlan, Global Ambassador, OIN 2.0

Patent aggression is increasing, with a 20% rise in litigation in 2024, and a single lawsuit can cost organizations millions of dollars. For more than 20 years, Open Invention Network has helped reduce this risk through a community-driven patent non-aggression model that protects innovation across the Linux ecosystem.

Presented by:
Shane Coughlan, Global Ambassador, OIN 2.0

Shane Coughlan explains the Linux System Definition and how OIN’s patent non-aggression community has protected Open Source innovation for more than 20 years. Discover why this evolving list of core packages continues to strengthen the global Open Source ecosystem.

Presented by:
Shane Coughlan, Global Ambassador, OIN 2.0

Innovation flourishes when organizations can collaborate with confidence. In this video, Shane Coughlan explains how OIN’s patent non-aggression model has helped protect and accelerate Open Source innovation for over two decades.

Presented by:
Shane Coughlan, Global Ambassador, OIN 2.0