Dear FINOS Community,
I hope you’re all doing well. So much is happening across FINOS, and I wanted to take a moment to share some exciting updates with you.
Major FINOS Updates:
We’re excited to share key milestones as FINOS surpasses 100 members and releases two new reports:
2024 Year in ReviewDiscover how FINOS expanded its global member base by 20%, welcoming organizations like NVIDIA, BlackRock, Protect AI, and Moody’s. This report highlights key milestones, including the release of the AI Governance Framework and the widespread adoption of FDC3 interoperability standards.
FINOS Outlook for 2025
Explore FINOS’ plans to address major trends shaping financial services, including advancements in AI governance, secure cloud adoption, and climate-aligned investing. This report outlines strategic priorities for global collaboration, regulatory innovation, and community training programs.
Press Release: Surpassing 100 Members
FINOS has officially surpassed 100 members, highlighting the growing importance of open source in finance. Recent additions include global leaders such as Ant Group, Thoughtworks, Artian AI, G-Research, Here™ (formerly OpenFin), JUXT, Kosli, and Temporal.
Welcome New Governing Board Members:
I’m thrilled to announce three new additions to our Governing Board following the Q4 2024 election:
- Pooi Ling Cheong (Open Source Program Lead, Lloyds Banking Group)
- Brian Fox (Co-Founder & CTO, Sonatype)
- James McLeod (Open Source Program Lead, NatWest)
Please join me in congratulating Pooi, Brian, and James on their appointments. I have every confidence they will bring invaluable expertise to their roles, making a meaningful impact on their respective organizations, the Gold Member class, and the broader FINOS community.
Announcing Our First FINOS Executive Advisor:
I am also delighted to announce Madeleine Dassule as our first FINOS Executive Advisor. Many of you know Madeleine well and can attest to the incredible impact of her leadership—whether through her contributions to FDC3, her advocacy for senior women in leadership, or her dedicated service as Vice Chair and now Chair of the FINOS Board. As our first Executive Advisor, she will continue shaping the future of FINOS and our community. Madeleine will serve in this role through December 31, 2026.
Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF):
The Call for Papers (CFP) is now open for the Open Source in Finance Forum (OSFF) in London on June 24th! Stay tuned for registration details! This event will be an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the remarkable progress this community is making. If you’re interested in speaking, please submit your proposal via our Call for Papers (CFP).
Thank you all for your continued contributions and commitment to this amazing community. Together, we’re shaping the future of open source in financial services!
Best regards,
Gabriele Columbro
Executive Director, FINOS
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