Show HN: I wrote an open source SEC filing compliance package
A developer has released secfiler, an open source tool that automates SEC filing compliance by converting structured data into SEC-required XML formats, eliminating the need for expensive proprietary software. The project emerged as a natural extension of work involving SEC data parsing, with the creator building the ability to both read and write SEC-compliant documents. ---
Show HN: Blik360 – open-source 360 feedback (self-host alternative to Lattice)
Blik360 is a new open-source platform providing self-hosted 360-degree feedback capabilities as a cost-effective alternative to commercial services like Lattice. The tool allows organizations to manage performance reviews from multiple perspectives while maintaining complete control over their data. It appeals to companies seeking customization options and independence from subscription-based HR software.
Rethinking open source mentorship in the AI era
GitHub's Abigail Cabunoc Mayes argues that open source mentorship models must adapt to the rise of artificial intelligence in software development. As AI tools reshape how code gets written, the industry must reconsider how experienced developers guide newcomers and what skills remain most valuable in an increasingly automated landscape. ---
An update on Steam / GOG changes for OpenTTD
The OpenTTD team has clarified that their recent decision to place the free game behind a paywall on Steam and GOG was a mutually beneficial compromise with Atari, not the result of coercion. New players must purchase Atari's Transport Tycoon Deluxe re-release to access OpenTTD on those platforms, though the game remains free via direct download. Atari will contribute funding toward OpenTTD's infrastructure costs, and the developers emphasized that the open-source project retains full independence while honoring the original game that inspired it. ---
Show HN: Three new Kitten TTS models – smallest less than 25MB
Kitten TTS v0.8 introduces three compact speech synthesis models ranging from 15M to 80M parameters, with the smallest variant fitting in just 25 MB on disk. The ONNX-based library runs efficiently on CPU across eight built-in voices and includes intelligent text preprocessing. Currently in developer preview, the project offers commercial support and plans to expand with mobile SDKs, multilingual support, and improved model quality.
Investing in the people shaping open source and securing the future together
See how GitHub is investing in open source security funding maintainers, partnering with Alpha-Omega, and expanding access to help reduce burden and strengthen software supply chains. The post Investing in the people shaping open source and securing the future together appeared first on The GitHub Blog.