As we prepare for the upcoming fireside chat with Dr. Amr Awadallah, let's take a moment to delve into an intriguing topic: Open-Sourced AI vs. Closed AI. Open-sourced AI refers to artificial intelligence systems where the underlying code is freely available for anyone to view, modify, and distribute. Closed AI, on the other hand, involves proprietary systems where the code is restricted to the owning organization. Some questions to consider in this discussion: 1. What are the primary benefits and drawbacks of open-sourced AI for startups and developers? 2. How does closed AI impact innovation and technological advancement in the AI field? 3. Can open-sourced AI democratize AI technology and make it more accessible to smaller organizations and individuals? 4. What are potential risks associated with both open-sourced and closed AI? Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, and examples. How has your own work or projects been influenced by the availability (or lack) of open-sourced tools and resources? Let's foster an engaging and informative conversation as we set the stage for our event with Dr. Awadallah!