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How the Wikimedia Foundation Is Tackling AI and Copyright Challenges
The Wikimedia Foundation is fighting to protect Wikipedia's open knowledge from being exploited by AI companies. They're enforcing copyright rules, building detection tools, and pushing for legal change to ensure AI gives credit where it's due.
WikiConference North America 2025 Recap and Key Takeaways
WikiConference North America 2025 brought together volunteers from across the U.S. and Canada to strengthen Wikipedia's future. Key takeaways include rising participation among women over 45, new AI tools for fact-checking, and efforts to make editing more accessible in rural and Indigenous communities.
Peer-Reviewed Journals Specializing in Wikipedia and Open Knowledge
Peer-reviewed journals are now publishing rigorous research on Wikipedia and open knowledge systems, treating them as legitimate subjects of academic study. These journals promote transparency, open access, and community-driven scholarship.
Wikimedia Foundation's AI Literacy and Policy Advocacy
The Wikimedia Foundation is fighting to ensure AI learns from open knowledge responsibly. Their AI literacy programs and policy advocacy aim to protect Wikipedia’s integrity and demand transparency from AI companies using public data.
WMF Annual Plan 2025-2026: Key Priorities for Wikipedia and Its Global Community
The WMF Annual Plan 2025-2026 outlines how Wikipedia will expand access, fight misinformation, and empower underrepresented editors worldwide. It’s not just about tech-it’s about who gets to write history.
The Sister Projects Task Force: Reviewing Wikimedia Projects
The Sister Projects Task Force is reviewing Wikimedia's 11 open knowledge projects beyond Wikipedia - from Wiktionary to Wikivoyage - to ensure they remain viable, updated, and accessible to global users.
