The Open Source AI Foundation has launched a $10 million campaign to advocate for open-source AI, urging lawmakers to prioritize transparency and auditability over proprietary systems.
Spearheaded by Brittany Kaiser, the foundation promotes the adoption of open-source AI in government to enable public scrutiny of algorithms.
Supporters such as Joe Merrill (OpenTeams), Shaw Walters (Eliza Labs), and Travis Oliphant (Quansight) stress the need for transparency and trust in public-sector AI. They encourage government agencies to reassess contracts with closed-source providers.
However, critics caution that open systems may pose risks due to oversight challenges.
Kaiser acknowledged that while the foundation has yet to secure significant funding from major tech firms, some companies have shown interest.
The organization remains open to partnerships with those who support the growth and development of open-source AI.
