Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, recently expressed his support for open-source AI models during a discussion on the future of AI. This endorsement comes as a response to growing concerns about the concentration of power within the AI industry. Additionally, Buterin emphasized the potential dangers of highly intelligent AI.
These remarks were prompted by recent developments at OpenAI, an organization focused on artificial intelligence. In a recent blog post, an AI enthusiast discussed the reinstatement of Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, to the board after his dismissal last year.
The post also suggested that Altman may not receive the same level of public support as before. While Altman and OpenAI have made significant advancements in AI, Ryan Selkis, the founder of Messari, believes that no individual should have such immense influence.
Selkis also warned against rules that could hinder the development of open-source technologies and emphasized the importance of fostering a competitive open-source environment.
Buterin echoed these sentiments and shed light on the risks associated with super intelligent AI. He emphasized the need to not rush its development and stressed the importance of an active community dedicated to creating open-source AI models that are compatible with consumer devices.
According to Buterin, these models serve as a crucial safeguard against the monopolization of AI by corporations or the military. He also addressed the necessity of balanced regulation in the field of AI, proposing the categorization of AI models into “small” and “large” with distinct regulatory requirements for each category.
In other cryptocurrency news, the price of Ethereum has seen a significant 17% surge. Investors are now considering whether to bet on a bullish rally that could potentially reach $4,000.