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Open-source companies are sharing AI free. Can they crack OpenAI’s dominance?

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Open-source companies are sharing AI free. Can they crack OpenAI’s dominance?

As tech giants like OpenAI dominate the artificial intelligence (AI) market, some companies are trying to compete by offering their AI models for free. Open-source AI models appeal to businesses as they provide access to large language models without the need to pay or share data with proprietary vendors. These companies believe they can generate profit by selling business-grade services and applications on top of their open models and by offering additional features and support that enterprises are willing to pay for. However, open-source AI models still face challenges in terms of initial training costs, licensing, and attracting developers.

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Some AI companies face a new accusation: 'Openwashing'

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Some AI companies face a new accusation: 'Openwashing'

Openwashing is when AI companies use the "open source" label misleadingly to create a positive image. This has caused a debate on whether AI models should be truly open source. Some argue that open source AI models are more equitable and safer, while others believe they can be easily abused. The lack of a clear definition for open source AI has made the debate more complicated. Critics claim that AI companies are using openwashing tactics to make themselves appear transparent. Ultimately, there are challenges in replicating AI models due to the significant resources required, making the idea of truly open source AI questionable.

Why big tech is fussing over open-source AI models

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

Why big tech is fussing over open-source AI models

Big tech companies like Microsoft and Oracle, which previously opposed open-source technologies, eventually embraced them and thrived. Now, the focus is on the total cost of ownership, reliability, accountability, privacy, and security of open-source AI models. There is confusion over what constitutes an open-source AI model, with some companies claiming to promote open source while others rely on closed-source models for strategic advantages. The Open Source Initiative (OSI) recently defined that an AI system must allow free use without permission, study and modify its components, and share it with others to be considered open source. Despite challenges, the open-source AI movement is gaining momentum, with several organizations releasing open-source AI models. In India, companies are actively embracing open-source AI to foster innovation and collaboration. However, concerns regarding the total cost of ownership, security, and skilled talent remain.

The Dark Side of Open Source AI Image Generators

Wired · 1y ago

The Dark Side of Open Source AI Image Generators

The use of open-source image generation technology has raised concerns due to its potential for misuse, particularly in creating explicit and nonconsensual images of women. While open source models offer creative and research possibilities, they can also be easily exploited for harassment and deepfake pornography. Despite efforts to deter such uses, it remains challenging to control the open source free-for-all. Various communities and creators are advocating for ethical use of AI and implementing safeguards to prevent malicious behavior. Collaboration between AI startups, developers, governments, and civil society is crucial to address the issue effectively and create a safer online community.

The threat to OpenAI is growing

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

The threat to OpenAI is growing

Tech giants Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft are reportedly discussing investments in OpenAI, as the AI company faces increased competition in the market. Open-source AI is also gaining traction, with Facebook's parent company Meta Platforms providing access to its AI model, Llama, for free. OpenAI typically charges users for its powerful models, but open-source AI could offer cheaper and more customizable alternatives. Companies such as DoorDash, Shopify, and Goldman Sachs are already utilizing open-source AI for tasks like customer service and meeting summarization. The competition from open-source AI presents new challenges for OpenAI, but also boosts the overall demand for AI services.

VMware customers are jumping ship as Broadcom sales continue - here's where they're moving to

Techradar

Techradar · 1y ago

VMware customers are jumping ship as Broadcom sales continue - here's where they're moving to

Following Broadcom's $61 billion acquisition of VMware, the company has made significant changes that have resulted in the loss of customers. Broadcom's decision to remove free products and transition to a subscription-based model has left many VMware users exploring alternative options. A recent community survey revealed that open-source solutions such as KVM-based and Xen-based hypervisors are preferred by a majority of respondents, indicating a shift towards open-source infrastructure. The survey also highlighted the dominance of open-source Linux in various domains, further emphasizing the growing strength of open-source alternatives. Broadcom's restructuring of VMware's offerings has prompted this accelerated adoption of open-source solutions.

Nvidia’s AI chip dominance is being targeted by Google, Intel, and Arm

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Nvidia’s AI chip dominance is being targeted by Google, Intel, and Arm

Tech giants including Intel, Google, Arm, Qualcomm, and Samsung are forming a group called The Unified Acceleration Foundation (UXL) to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI market. The group aims to develop an open-source software suite that allows AI developers to run their code on any machine and with any chip, breaking free from Nvidia's proprietary tech. The project, which includes Intel's OneAPI open standard, plans to reach a "mature" state in the second half of this year. Nvidia's chips, powered by its CUDA architecture, have been popular among developers, but competitors are developing alternatives.

Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software

A coalition of tech companies including Qualcomm, Google, and Intel aims to challenge Nvidia's dominance in artificial intelligence (AI) by targeting the software that ties developers to Nvidia chips. The UXL Foundation plans to develop a suite of software and tools, starting with Intel's OneAPI, that can power various types of AI accelerator chips, enabling code to run on any hardware. The open-source project seeks to create an open ecosystem, promote productivity and choice in hardware, and attract contributions from companies including cloud computing providers and additional chipmakers. This initiative is part of a growing effort to reduce Nvidia's hold on AI software.

Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software

A coalition of tech companies including Qualcomm, Google, and Intel are aiming to challenge Nvidia's dominant position in the AI market. They plan to develop open-source software and tools that will enable computer code to run on any machine, regardless of the chip and hardware it uses. The project, called UXL, aims to promote productivity and choice in hardware and will court the participation of Amazon, Microsoft, and other chipmakers. This move comes in response to the increasing interest in creating software alternatives to challenge Nvidia's AI dominance, with over $4 billion being invested into such efforts.

Meta to Ditch Llama 4: AI Behemoth Meets an Early End

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 25d ago

Meta to Ditch Llama 4: AI Behemoth Meets an Early End

Meta is planning to discontinue its open-source AI model, Llama 4, to adopt a closed proprietary system, marking a philosophical shift from its previous transparency-focused approach. This decision comes amid the rising dominance of Chinese AI labs in the open-source space, with models that are cost-effective and high-performing. Despite gaining global popularity, these Chinese models raise data security concerns, prompting bans in countries like the United States and Australia. Meta’s strategic pivot aims to monetize its AI investments.

Hugging Face CEO says he's focused on building a 'sustainable model' for the $4.5 billion open-source-AI startup

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Hugging Face CEO says he's focused on building a 'sustainable model' for the $4.5 billion open-source-AI startup

Clément Delangue, the CEO of open-source AI company Hugging Face, aims to make AI accessible to every company and build a sustainable business model. Hugging Face's platform allows scientists, researchers, and engineers to build, train, and deploy AI models. With support from investors like Amazon and Nvidia, Hugging Face offers both free and paid versions of its product and has gained popularity amidst recent turmoil at competitor OpenAI. Delangue believes in the importance of openness, open science, and open-source AI to avoid concentration of AI power in a few companies.

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