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TECHNOLOGYJul 22 · 17:00 UTCNEW SCIENTISTNew Scientist

Why open-source software can be both good and bad

Open-source software is widely used in computing devices and enables collaborative development, but its accessibility allows misuse, such as in Ukraine's military applications. While open-source AI models in China offer free access, they lack regulatory guardrails found in US models, complicating oversight. The article highlights both the innovation and security risks of open-source approaches.

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