It doesn’t matter the technology or industry, there’s always going to be a battle between open-source and closed-source technology. This remains true for the AI industry, Right now, there are open-source AI models and there are closed-source models. Well, Meta’s and Spotify’s CEOs are urging the EU to embrace open-source AI models.
While many of the AI models we use nowadays perform similar tasks, there’s a pretty wide gap in between them. Some are open-source and some are closed-source. Closed-source models include OpenAI’s GPT models, Google’s Gemini models, Anthropic’s Claude, and others. Open-source models include Meta’s Llama’s models and xAI’s Grok models. Just like with other technologies, there are benefits and downfalls for each side.
Right now, the EU is not too keen on allowing open-source AI models into the continent. The EU is really strict with what technology it exposes its people to, and it’s blocking open-source models due to security issues.
Meta’s and Spotify’s CEOs want the EU to embrace open-source AI
Since the EU doesn’t want open-source models in the area, this leaves Meta out in the rain. It can’t distribute its Meta AI features to folks in the EU. The EU is a pretty big market, and it could mean a bunch of potential revenue if Meta eventually monetized its technology.
Meta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Spotify’s CEO Daniel Ek issued a joint statement expressing their concerns about this situation. “Though Spotify and Meta use AI in different ways, we agree that thoughtful, clear and consistent regulation can foster competition and innovation while also protecting people and giving them access to new technologies that empower them.”
This statement could be true. Right now, many of the most powerful AI models have their source code locked behind closed doors. The only people who have control over the model’s direction are those within the company. However, open-source models allow other entities to contribute to the source code. This way, it will keep major players from controlling the market. This is something that we’re starting to see already.
The EU hasn’t responded to this statement yet. We’re not sure we’re going to see a change anytime soon. Hopefully, we will, as open-source technology might be a step toward ensuring safe AI.
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