[June 19, 2025] — The highly anticipated 2025 Open Hardware Summit successfully concluded on May 31 at the University of Edinburgh’s Nucleus Building in the UK. As one of the sponsors of this prestigious annual event in the open hardware domain, WIN SOURCE fully supported the summit, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the open-source technology community and the broader innovation ecosystem.
Organized by the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA), the summit brought together researchers, designers, developers, startup representatives, students, and open-source enthusiasts from nearly 20 countries and regions. Over the course of two days, the event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, tech showcases, and hands-on workshops, deeply exploring the applications and challenges of open hardware across fields such as education, healthcare, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and digital manufacturing.
Summit Highlights
Diverse Topics and Insights:
Speakers from around the globe shared their perspectives on a wide range of topics including electronic design, open-source mechanics, digital fabrication, fashion tech, self-quantification, and copyright law, showcasing the interdisciplinary potential of open hardware.
Community-Driven Atmosphere:
Through live sessions and real-time interaction via the Discord community, both in-person and online participants actively exchanged ideas and built connections, further expanding the global network of the open-source community.
Hands-On Demonstrations and Workshops:
A variety of hands-on workshops and project showcases allowed attendees to experience cutting-edge technology firsthand, sparking creativity and collaborative inspiration.
As a continued sponsor, WIN SOURCE stated:
“We are committed to supporting the development of the open hardware community and fostering global knowledge sharing and technological innovation. As part of the electronic components industry, we hope to provide developers, designers, and entrepreneurs with greater access to resources and support through international platforms like OHS.”
WIN SOURCE will continue to actively engage in global open hardware initiatives, promote inclusive and accessible technology development, and contribute to a more transparent, efficient, and collaborative innovation ecosystem.
For more information about the summit, please visit:
https://2025.oshwa.or
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