White House Seeks Public Input on AI Development Direction

The initiative aims to balance innovation with security, reflecting the tech industry's divided stance on open-source AI.

The White House is seeking public feedback on whether AI systems should be open-source or kept private, highlighting a significant debate within the tech industry.
Tech giants like Meta and IBM support open-source AI for its potential to foster innovation and collaboration, while Google warns of security risks.
The feedback is part of an executive order signed by President Biden in October 2023, aiming to balance AI development with consumer and national security needs.
A 30-day public comment period has been initiated by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to gather insights.
Recommendations based on public and expert feedback are expected to be presented to the president by July.