The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source What exactly is Open Source AI? (Interview)
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Feb 16, 2024 Stefano Maffulli, Executive Director of the Open Source Initiative, dives into the pressing topic of Open Source AI. He discusses the challenges of defining this rapidly evolving field and the risks of ambiguous definitions. The conversation highlights the necessity of community involvement and addressing legal frameworks in shaping a clear understanding of open source principles in AI. Stefano also emphasizes the potential societal benefits of a well-defined approach while navigating corporate interests and global policy complexities.
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Open Source Value
- Open-source software's estimated value is $8.8 trillion, exceeding Microsoft's market cap and the entire U.S. budget.
- This valuation came from a Harvard Business School study quantifying the cost of rewriting all open-source software.
OSI's Role
- The Open Source Initiative (OSI) maintains the Open Source Definition, a 10-point checklist used for 26 years.
- This checklist ensures software licenses grant users key freedoms like using, studying, modifying, and sharing software.
Neo4j Case
- In a legal case involving Neo4j, a judge recognized the OSI's definition as the standard for open source.
- Calling something "open source" without an OSI-approved license was deemed false advertising.