Open Source

In 2025, open source faced problems that go beyond code: from burnout and resignations of key contributors to licensing restrictions and pressure from big platforms. We break down what happened with major projects and how it reflects systemic challenges for the entire ecosystem.

In this article we’ve rounded up the most interesting self-hosted apps that appeared in 2025. From media servers and productivity tools to security and automation systems — let’s look at what’s worth trying and why.