From OpenAI to Open Source AI: Navigating Between Commercial Ownership and Collaborative Openness

Explore the evolution of generative AI in this 39-minute conference talk by Raphaël Semeteys from Worldline. Examine the trajectories of models like GPT-4 and analyze the tension between commercial interests and open collaboration ethics. Delve into an in-depth assessment of openness levels in various language models, considering different components and aspects. Investigate how the (de)centralization of computing power and technology may influence future AI research and development. Study concrete examples such as LLaMA and its descendants, along with other open and collaborative projects, to understand the field's diversity and creativity. Navigate the complex landscape of intellectual property and licensing in AI development while considering the balance between commercial ownership and collaborative openness.