GenAI model comparator: a clearer view of compliance with open source criteria

The OSI has just published a strict definition, in line with its standards, of the notion of open source applied to AI. How do the most widespread models, or those associated with specific licenses, meet this definition? Find out with the PEReN comparison tool!

In the field of artificial intelligence (AI), open source is a poorly defined concept to this day. Some models may present themselves as open source in the sense that their weights are downloadable and reusable, but this does not mean that they are strictly open: the terms of use, modification and distribution may be restricted, a trademark may be imposed, and all elements allowing to reproduce the model are rarely public.

To overcome this ambiguity, the Open Source Initiative (OSI) has just published a strict definition of open source AI, to which none of the popular models currently conform.

To clarify matters, PEReN has developed a tool to compare the degree of openness of a selection of generative AI models with regard to the OSI's new definition. This interactive comparator enables you to determine which models are compatible with your use cases or philosophy by configuring the different criteria to your preferences! The large number of models does not allow an exhaustive list. Therefore, the tool covers a selection of popular models or models associated with specific licenses.

At PEReN, our practice leads us to favor the most open models, which however do not allow unethical uses.

Further information

(re)Read Shedding light on...n°7 – Open source and AI: rethinking synergies? from PEReN.