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Some AI companies face a new accusation: 'Openwashing'

Economic Times · 1y

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.