Meta has come under scrutiny for its Llama AI model, with critics accusing the company of 'open washing' after sponsoring a Linux Foundation study on open source AI solutions. The research indicates that open source AI offers substantial cost savings for businesses, particularly over closed source models, which can cost 3.5 times more. Despite the study's positive findings about open source AI adoption, critics like OpenUK's Amanda Brock argue that Meta's Llama models do not adhere to open source standards, emphasizing the implications for the industry's understanding of open source practices.
Meta's Llama model is criticized for not meeting the Open Source Software Definition, prompting discussions on what constitutes true open source in AI.
Critics argue that Meta's involvement in the Linux Foundation study serves as a marketing strategy for their Llama AI models, raising questions on genuine open source practices.
The Linux Foundation research highlights that organizations using closed source AI pay about 3.5 times more compared to open source alternatives, emphasizing cost-effectiveness.
Two in five organizations not using open source AI tools plan to adopt them within a year, indicating a growing interest in open source solutions.
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