At VB Transform 2024, International Business Machines' David Cox showcased a compelling argument for collaborative development in corporate machine learning. Cox, VP of machine learning frameworks and leader at the collaborative research center, underscored the significance of transparency in innovation, particularly in the current AI landscape.
Cox pointed out the complex character of transparency in machine learning, contesting the two-dimensional understanding of the concept. He pointed out the growing ecosystem of open models from various sources, including tech giants, universities, and nation-states.
However, he expressed reservations about the standard of accessibility in numerous LLMs, observing that some provide little more than a "bag of numbers" devoid of openness in their development processes.