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    Meta Launches Game-Changing Open-Source AI Model, LLaMA 2, Free for All Users

    By Bal MarsiusJuly 25, 2023Updated:August 30, 2023No Comments2 Mins Read
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    Meta, the technology powerhouse, is making waves in the AI industry with a bold move towards open-source AI.

    Meta, the technology powerhouse, is making waves in the AI industry with a bold move towards open-source AI. Recently, the company unveiled LLaMA 2, its groundbreaking large language model.

    LLaMA2 is now available for public use, absolutely free of charge. In a bid to gain a competitive edge over rivals like OpenAI, Meta is all in on open-source AI, aiming to democratize access to cutting-edge technology.

    A Bid to Get to the Top

    Ever since OpenAI’s ChatGPT became a phenomenon after its release in November last year, tech companies have been racing to develop their own AI models, hoping to overthrow ChatGPT’s supremacy.

    Meta, admittedly on the slower side, had previously launched a smaller version of LLaMA, limited to researchers, back in February. However, today’s announcement marks a significant milestone for the company as they unleash LLaMA 2 to the world, open and free, fostering a level playing field in the AI domain.

    Not Just One Model but a Suite of Models

    Notably, Meta is not stopping at just one model release. The company is rolling out an entire suite of AI models, which includes various versions of LLaMA 2 tailored to different needs. Additionally, they offer an AI model that can be integrated into chatbots, akin to the functionalities of ChatGPT.

    Unlike its rival, which users can access through OpenAI’s website, LLaMA 2 must be downloaded from Meta’s launch partners, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Hugging Face.

    Ahmad Al-Dahle, Vice President at Meta, and a driving force behind the company’s generative AI work, expressed enthusiasm about this momentous occasion. He emphasized that this strategic move benefits the entire AI community, providing users with the flexibility to choose between closed-source or open-source approaches based on their specific requirements. The free availability of LLaMA 2 is seen as a pivotal moment for Meta, propelling them to the forefront of AI innovation.

    With this significant development, Meta envisions an era of collaboration and innovation, unlocking endless possibilities for developers, researchers, and businesses worldwide. As AI continues to shape our future, the release of LLaMA 2 empowers individuals and organizations alike, paving the way for transformative advancements in the field of artificial intelligence.

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    Bal Marsius

    Bal was BTW's copywriter specialising in tech and productivity tools. He has experience working in startups, mid-size tech companies, and non-profits.

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