Doing it Right: Open Source AI, Conversation with Rob Sherman

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and societies, open source development has emerged as a powerful force driving collaboration, transparency, and rapid innovation. In this conversation, Rob Sherman, Vice President and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer at Meta, explored how open source approaches—like Meta’s Llama—are accelerating technological progress while supporting economic growth and system-level safety. Drawing on real-world examples, including applications of Llama in Mexico, the discussion examined how open source tools empower developer communities across Latin America, enable countries to maintain technological and data sovereignty, and contribute to building global standards for responsible and ethical AI. The session also looked ahead, addressing how voluntary governance frameworks, industry-led safety standards, and proactive public policies can foster responsible adoption of AI technologies without stifling innovation. Finally, Sherman shared insights on the rise of personal superintelligence, and how this next frontier of AI could transform everyday life for users across North America and beyond.