Opinion: California, don’t let 3 companies hog all the AI infrastructure

Opinion: California, don’t let 3 companies hog all the AI infrastructure
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by Natalie Foster • 1 month ago

California's proposed CalCompute initiative, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener, aimed to democratize access to AI infrastructure dominated by Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. Although the ambitious AI safety bill was vetoed, the concept of public computing resources remains crucial for encouraging innovation and reducing monopolistic control. Similar initiatives are emerging globally, highlighting the need for public alternatives that prioritize societal needs in AI development, ensuring broad access and economic growth.

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