The increase in funding for open source projects is a proactive step toward countering the dominance of large US tech companies in the digital landscape. Notably, initiatives like Motis, Clearance, StreetComplete, and Marginalia are being recognized for their contributions to the mapping community and the development of alternative technologies. Despite this positive trend, concerns remain regarding the fragmentation of projects and the challenge of creating a cohesive, integrated system that can compete with major players like Apple and Microsoft. The essence of the concern lies in the need for a more unified approach in deploying open-source solutions across organizations rather than focusing solely on small, individual projects.