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AI and the Enclosure of the Scientific Commons
A new paper on arXiv argues that artificial intelligence is driving an 'enclosure' of the scientific commons — the traditionally open shared body of research, data and knowledge. The author contends that commercial AI development is privatizing benefits drawn from openly produced science while closing off access, echoing historical enclosure movements. Readers are debating whether AI firms are exploiting open research without giving back.
Why now: The paper raises timely concerns about AI companies profiting from openly shared scientific knowledge while undermining openness itself.
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- AI and the Enclosure of the Scientific Commons · jrepinc · 131
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