Meta Platforms and IBM Spearhead Open Model of AI with 50+ Allies for Global Innovation

Meta Platforms and IBM have joined forces to launch the AI Alliance, a coalition consisting of over 50 artificial intelligence companies and research institutions. The coalition aims to promote the adoption of an open model of AI in a rapidly expanding market. Participants of the AI Alliance include renowned organizations such as Intel, Oracle, Cornell University, and the National Science Foundation. By pooling their resources, the alliance intends to advocate for open innovation and open science in the field of AI. A common thread among its members is their support for open source, a collaborative approach that allows for the free sharing of technology and builds upon the collective expertise of industry giants, academic institutions, and independent programmers. This alliance is poised to shape the future of AI, ensuring that advancements in the field benefit society as a whole.