How open model ecosystems compound

Recent research from Ai2 and Epoch AI reveals that approximately 80% of computing costs are allocated to research and development rather than the final model. In China, where open systems dominate, this dynamic can provide a significant competitive advantage in structural costs. This system is designed to minimize duplicate spending on research, thereby accelerating learning and development. Public discussions surrounding artificial intelligence often emphasize the high costs of models, leading to a misconception that these expenses are solely for the final product.