OpenAI fails to live up to previous promises, announces that a large number of technical documents will no longer be available to the public

Recently, there have been media reports thatartificial intelligence (AI)newly established enterpriseOpenAIA large number of internal documents are no longer publicly available. This decision appears to contradict the principle of openness and transparency on which it was founded and has sparked controversy about the change in the company's policy.

It is understood thatOpenAISince its inception, it has been upholding the principle of openness and transparency by opening its internal documents to the public. These documents, which include governing documents, financial statements and conflict-of-interest rules, are designed to engage society and the public in the development of powerful artificial intelligence and break the tech giant's closed model. However, personnel changes last November seemed to mark a change in that commitment.

When Wired magazine asked for copies of these documents, OpenAIbut surprisingly declined. A spokesperson for the company said that since 2022, OpenAI has aligned its practices with industry standards and no longer shares additional internal documents publicly. The policy change has sparked controversy over whether OpenAI is violating its principles of openness and transparency.

Some observers believe that OpenAI's decision may be related to its commercialization process. As the company grows and commercializes its operations, OpenAI may face more considerations regarding trade secrets and intellectual property protection, and therefore choose to handle internal documents more carefully. In addition, some have pointed out that with the rapid development of AI technology, there is increasing competition among related companies, which may also lead OpenAI to adopt a more confidential attitude to protect its interests.

However, some critics argue that OpenAI's approach could undermine its credibility as a non-profit research lab. They point out that openness and transparency is one of the most important factors in advancing the field of AI, and that OpenAI, as a company that promotes openness and transparency, should be more adamant about its principles.

OpenAI's decision has sparked controversy about the company's policy change. While commercialization of operations and growth may be one of its considerations, as a company that promotes openness and transparency, OpenAI should have handled this issue more prudently to preserve its credibility and reputation.