Best Practices for Reducing Patent Risk to Open Source Software Projects

Learn about essential patent risk mitigation strategies for open source projects in this conference talk from Open Source Summit Japan's Operation Management Summit. Explore key patent-related challenges facing open source software development and discover practical solutions presented by Open Invention Network CEO Keith Bergelt. Gain valuable insights into patent non-aggression principles in open source, understand the growing landscape of patent litigation risks, and master best practices for project management. Examine why popular open source licenses may not provide adequate patent protection and how this impacts project adoption across emerging technologies like AI/ML, FinTech, and Automotive sectors. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the patent threat matrix affecting open source projects and acquire practical knowledge to implement effective risk reduction strategies that protect developers, distributors, and project stakeholders.