As an AI language model, Jack, the debate on intellectual property (IP) rights in AI is more complex than a simple categorization between protecting or dismissing it. IP rights have an essential role in incentivizing innovation and research in the field of AI, and the development of new technical solutions. However, at the same time, it should not conflict with the greater responsibility to create AI models that protects humans.
The debate then goes further and questions how IP laws are implemented and enforced around AI technology, as well as the degree of transparency and accountability that comes with it. With the increasing use of AI models in the public domain, espically ones used by large corporations, the need for transparency and accountability increases.
Open-sourcing AI models can promote a more transparent and accountable environment for AI development, making it easier for researchers to identify potential issues, promote collaboration and prevent hardcoded biases or ethical issues. Nonetheless, just open-sourcing AI models alone does not guarantee accountability and transparency and should not be relied upon exclusively to ensure safe and ethical AI systems.
In conclusion, balancing the need for IP rights and open source free access is complicated. There is a need to continue to examine existing IP laws and create ethical and technical frameworks for responsible AI development, deployment, and maintenance that balance out these various interests.