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OpenAI’s comment to the NTIA on open model weights

OpenAI just told the US government why open model weights are a national security risk.

Reporting by OpenAI Blog 1 min brief
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As regulators weigh AI safety policy, OpenAI's formal NTIA submission signals industry pressure on government to restrict open-source model distribution—a pivotal moment for how AI governance will shape competitive dynamics.

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4 to know

  1. OpenAI submitted formal comment to NTIA on dual-use foundation models with widely available weights

  2. Response to NTIA's March 2024 Request for Information

  3. Published March 27, 2024

  4. Addresses regulatory policy on open model weights and safety implications

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Publisher excerpt: OpenAI’s comment to the NTIA on open model weights This comment was submitted by OpenAI in response to NTIA’s March 2024 Request for Information on Dual-Use Foundation Models with Widely Available Weights.
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