What does a Chief Economist do at an open source foundation—and why does it matter now? In this interview, Frank Nagle, Advising Chief Economist at The Linux Foundation, discusses how his role is helping quantify the economic and societal impact of open source software, particularly in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Nagle explores how open source AI differs from traditional OSS—highlighting challenges in measuring value when models, data, and infrastructure are variably open. He explains why collaborative governance, such as the shift of PyTorch to the Linux Foundation, attracts broader community support and contributions. The conversation also covers the economic implications of GenAI, its effect on the job market, and the growing need to embed security into software development from the start.
If you’re a business leader, open source contributor, or anyone navigating the economics of emerging tech, this conversation is packed with timely insights.
▶️ Watch now to understand how open source AI is reshaping innovation, economics, and collaboration.
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