Explore the European Union's initiatives to enhance open source software security in this 37-minute conference talk. Delve into the critical role of open source software in technological innovation and its widespread use across various sectors. Examine the EU's response to critical threats in open source software, comparing it to the US approach following the SolarWinds incident. Investigate how the EU's unique structure of 27 member countries impacts the implementation of security measures. Learn about Ireland's experience as an example of how EU countries are affected by threats to the open source supply chain. Gain insights into EU cybersecurity legislation, open source strategy, and future directions for securing open source software across the continent.