Google Releases AI Chatbot Code, Embracing Open Source Approach
Google has released the code for its AI chatbots, Gemma 2B and Gemma 7B, marking a shift towards transparency in the AI industry.
We’re releasing Gemma 2B and 7B, which achieve best-in-class performance for their sizes compared to other models, and can run on a developer laptop or computer.
They also surpass much larger models on key benchmarks while meeting our standards for safe and responsible outputs. pic.twitter.com/DTg18bwfXE
— Google DeepMind (@GoogleDeepMind) February 21, 2024
This move, aimed at re-engaging third-party developers, contrasts with the company’s previous secrecy and the industry’s concerns over AI’s potential for harm. Google hopes these models, while not its most advanced, will set a new standard for AI development.
This decision reflects a broader debate between the risks of open sourcing AI technologies and the potential benefits of community-driven oversight and improvement.
Regulation Risks on Open-Source AI Could Hamper Global Innovation, Warns Expert
Andrew Ng, a leading innovation executive and founder of DeepLearning AI, warned that US efforts to regulate open-source generative AI could stifle global innovation and backfire on the United States, potentially ceding its leadership in AI development.
This caution comes as a Nasscom and Arthur D Little study highlights the significant role digital public infrastructures (DPIs) will play in doubling India’s GDP, driving the nation towards a $1-trillion digital economy by 2030.
The move towards regulation could impede not only the US’s progress but also global advancements in technology.
Nvidia Dominates AI Boom, Sees Valuation Soar to $1.7 Trillion
Nvidia, a leading chipmaker, has significantly benefited from the artificial intelligence boom, experiencing an extraordinary surge in demand for its AI-focused semiconductors.
This demand has propelled the company to a staggering 40% increase in valuation since the year’s start, reaching $1.7 trillion and ranking it among the world’s most valuable companies.
Despite briefly surpassing tech giants like Amazon and Alphabet, Nvidia remains the fifth-most-valuable tech company, continuously outperforming analysts’ growth expectations and signalling sustained sales growth ahead.
