What we’re about
We are a group of enthusiasts that aim to promote and support Free and Open Source Technology in Singapore. First it was the Linux User Group of Singapore (commonly known as LUGS), then Singapore Linux Meetup Group and now Free and Open Source Singapore.
We welcome all like-minded people to join us and freely share knowledge and experience. Our aim is to hold a quarterly meetup (last Thursday of month) with interesting and relevant speakers and topics.
Feel free to approach us if you have any ideas or wish to speak.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Open source AI unlocked | In collaboration with TGB (The Generative Beings)SQ Collective, Singapore
TGB and Open Source Singapore are collaborating this evening to discuss the potential for open source AI and the innovation that it brings across the region and entire globe.
**Signup at this link:**
https://luma.com/kgf4gas1Agenda:
6:00 PM: Registration + Networking
6:30 PM: Welcome and opening remarks
6:40 PM: Keynote 1 : James Ong
7:00 PM: Keynote 2 : Menlo Research
7:20 PM: Keynote 3 : TBD
7:40 PM: Panel discussion
8:30 PM: Networking
9:00 PM: End of eventSpeaker 1: Dr. James Ong, Founder and Managing Director
[Artificial Intelligence International Institute (AIII)](Artificial Intelligence International Institute (AIII))
Dr. James Ong has 4 decades of industry, venture and academic experience. He founded Artificial Intelligence International Institute (AIII), a think tank advocating Sustainable AI for Humanity and is co-author of “AI for Humanity”. He is an Adjunct Professor at SUTD, the International Advisor at renowned World AI Conference (WAIC) to advocate AI for Good and for All and co-founded AICON 2025, World’s #1 Consumer Show to advocate AI literacy.Speaker 2: Yuuki Bui, Member of Technical Staff
Menlo Research
Jan is our step towards Open Superintelligence that runs locally on $1000 laptop. It packages the best of open-source AI into an easy-to-use product that even grandmas could use, with over 4 million downloads to date.Speaker 3: Harish Pillay, Veteran technologist and open-source champion,
Adviser, Gen AI and AI Governance, Straits Interactive
The current Open Source AI Definition (OSAID) 1.0 falls short because it doesn't mandate access to a model's training data, which is as crucial as source code is to software. For true openness, accountability, and transparency, this data must be provided. This talk argues that without this requirement, the principles of open source are diminished. Its goal is to outline action items to ensure future versions of the OSAID properly uphold the established standards of the open source community in the AI era."Panel Discussion: Is Opensource AI the answer to safer and better future?
Panelists: Dr. James Ong, Menlo Research, Harish Pillay
Moderator: Shivang (CEO, TGB)## Open Source Singapore:
Open Source Singapore (formerly Free and Open Source Meetup) is a community dedicated to promoting awareness, knowledge-sharing, and adoption of open source technologies. We bring together developers, enthusiasts, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, collaborate, and champion the values of openness, transparency, and innovation in Singapore’s tech ecosystem.
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## TGB GenAI Lab | TGB x SQ Collective:
Singapore's physical GenAI community hub where founders and builders connect to accelerate Generative AI breakthroughs — powered by The Generative Beings and SQ Collective.
**The Generative Beings:** Asia’s premier GenAI network of 9000+ Generative AI founders, builders, and experts.Venue Sponsor
**SQ Collective:** A community-first premium co-working space in the heart of Robertson Quay. TGB members get special coworking perks discount.Supported by:
Innoforge Ventures
INNOFORGE VENTURES is a Singapore-based venture catalyst that helps early-stage technology startups grow and expand globally. We focus on AI, robotics, and deep tech companies, providing funding, mentorship, and business support. Working closely with founders and through strategic partnerships, we help turn innovative ideas into successful businesses that can compete in international markets, using Singapore as a launch pad for global expansion.
