The Linux Foundation Member Summit

The rapid evolution of AI has outstripped traditional open source licensing, creating legal uncertainties around copyrightability of model weights, fair use in training, and liability. This session will begin with an overview of the Model Openness Framework, which breaks AI models into 17 components, offering tailored open licensing strategies. However, its complexity has hindered broad adoption.

To that end we will present the OpenMDW License, a permissive license designed specifically for AI models. Covering architecture, data, weights, tools, and documentation, it addresses gaps in existing frameworks and incorporates AI-specific liability considerations. This license offers a standardized solution to the challenges faced by model creators and users.

This session will equip attorneys with critical insights into AI model artifacts, the limitations of current licensing practices, and practical tools for handling openness and completeness in the evolving AI landscape.