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PublicSpaces Conference 2024

PublicSpaces Conference 2024

w On June 6th and 7th, PublicSpaces and Waag Futurelab proudly present the fourth edition of the PublicSpaces conference under the theme ‘Empowering the Internet’. Held at Pakhuis de Zwijger, this two-day event will feature panels, keynotes, roundtable discussions, lectures, as well as art and cultural showcases, all aimed at collectively shaping the rules for a more inclusive internet. Join us as we navigate towards a digital landscape where everyone has a voice. For more information, check out the website

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OW2con 2024

OW2con 2024

OW2con is the European open source conference organized by OW2. An international meeting of developpers, IT companies, academics and non-profit organizations, OW2con brings together the entire open source community, during two days of presentations ranging from tech topics to business and ethical issues of open source. It also offers a unique opportunity to establish contact with peers through friendly networking sessions. OW2con is open to all, the event is free and all sessions are held in English. The OW2con’24 call for presentations is open. This year we are giving the highlight on the theme of open source funding: what are the current solutions for innovators, start-ups or ISVs to finance their development? private or public financing? Are national and European public policies up to the challenges?

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State of the Internet 2024

State of the Internet 2024

Join us at the State of the Internet 2024, where Waag Futurelab, alongside the Municipality of Amsterdam and the OBA, delves into the depths of the online realm. Featuring Kim van Sparrentak, Member of the European Parliament, discussing Europe’s efforts to regulate Big Tech and enhance digital rights. Explore the impact of pivotal European laws like the GDPR and AI Act while celebrating 30 years of Waag Futurelab’s dedication to democratizing technology access for all.

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