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Now is the time to give LLMs access to the ACM digital library
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The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) is considering how to engage with AI technologies while maintaining the integrity of the ACM Digital Library. ACM has prioritized understanding the perspectives of authors and volunteers over monetizing content.
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- Praise: The discussion highlights a refreshing debate on the ethical implications of AI access to academic knowledge, pushing the boundaries of traditional publishing models.
- Praise: Some commenters see the potential for AI to democratize access to scientific knowledge, emphasizing that publicly funded research should benefit the public.
- Concern: There's a strong sense of hypocrisy among academics who profit from public grants yet resist sharing their knowledge for broader AI training, revealing deep-seated ethical contradictions.
- Concern: Skepticism looms over ACM's intentions, with accusations of prioritizing corporate interests over the academic community and its members' rights.