Open Source AI? No such thing. But we can get close?
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Description:
*No current mainstream AI chat system meets the full definition of Open
Source or Free Software. In this presentation we will discuss the state of
openness in current AI chat systems, where conventional concepts of open
source can be applied and where they can’t. Legal and licensing difference
between the various options reveal that some are far more open than others,
and that “OpenAI” isn’t really that open at all.*
*Also, Evan will be announcing the creation of a new organization, formed
by Canadian AI and IT professionals, to support of Open Access AI in
Canada.*
Speaker:
Evan Leibovitch
Agenda:
1. Business Meeting
2. Presentation
3. Discussion
4. Adjournment
5. More Discussion @ the Pub (Optional)
Date / Time:
April 8th, 2025 19:30 EST
Location:
In Person: TMU George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, 245 Church
Street (just north of Dundas), Room 201 (See note below)
Online using Nextcloud: https://hub.gtalug.org/call/7m45sf9i
NOTE:
The doors to the building are normally locked. There will be someone from
GTALUG at the doors on the southeast corner of Church and Gould to let
people in. If you come late or don’t see anyone at the door please SMS at
647 657 6575 for THIS NIGHT ONLY. Do not call.
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