Open source software (OSS) powers huge parts of modern software stacks — from operating systems and web servers to libraries and build tools. Its use brings speed, innovation, and cost-savings, but it also introduces legal, security, and operational risks that commercial contracts must address. This blog explains those risks, what businesses and lawyers should do about them, and offers practical contract language and a checklist to help protect your organization.

Introduction
You’ve spent months building an app. The design is perfect, the code runs smoothly, and your developer delivers the final version. Then comes the big question — who actually owns the code?

By Ritika — a practical guide for in-house counsel, product teams, and vendors.

Launching a startup is an exciting journey, but it also comes with complex legal and business decisions. One of the most important — and often overlooked — areas is technology licensing agreements. Whether you’re building software, using someone else’s patented technology, or licensing your own innovations to others, a well-structured licensing agreement can protect your intellectual property (IP), reduce risks, and open up new revenue streams.

In today’s digital economy, software is one of the most valuable assets a business can own or use. From SaaS platforms to custom-built applications, software powers nearly every modern business operation. But behind every software product is one crucial legal document: the Software Licensing Agreement.