Since I don't work for any large companies involved in AI, nor do I anticipate ever doing so again, and considering that I have completed my 40-year career (as an old man and retired), I would like to share a video by someone I came across during my search into "True Open Source AI." I completely agree with the viewpoints expressed in this video. Additionally, I would like to add some of my own thoughts on the matter.
We need open source alternatives to large corporations so that people (that's us) have options for freedom and personal privacy when it comes to locally hosted AIs. The thought of a world completely controlled by Big Corp AI is even more frightening than George Orwell's "Big Brother." I believe there must be an alternative to this scenario.
For me, the issue boils down to human behavior. I fear that humans will be responsible for all the problems associated with AIs. Consider military black projects, social networks, and advertisers influencing people's behavior in ways that are even more insidious than they already do. There is real danger and damage inherent in these situations, and we can see its effects already.
As a long-time futurist with experience spanning many years, I envision a golden age of clean energy, advanced science, longevity, and space exploration. With the ability to repair the damage that humans have inflicted on the biosphere. However, I am realistic enough to understand that there will never be a utopia under current human conditions and behaviors.
As a first step towards creating a better future, let's ensure that there are free open source alternatives to corporate AI available for use by everyone. This approach might be the savior of humanity itself. Not science fiction, and certainly no joke.
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