Part 4/10:
Decentralization of AI raises further complex discussions. While some advocate for a decentralized approach as a protective measure against potential femalevolent applications—paralleling concerns around nuclear proliferation—others point to serious risks. Just as fissile material is tightly controlled to prevent unauthorized access to nuclear technology, foundational models in AI, which require substantial investments and training datasets, could also pose great risks if released without oversight. The argument emphasizes that as foundational models become available, they present significant opportunities for misuse by ill-intentioned actors in a manner akin to unrestricted nuclear proliferation.