Meta Plans Open-Source Versions of Next AI Models

Meta Platforms plans to release open-source versions of its next-generation AI models, according to Axios. The company is developing two proprietary models codenamed Avocado and Mango, with open-source derivatives expected to launch eventually as part of Meta's effort to distribute its technology as broadly as possible. The open-source versions will not include all features of the closed-source editions, with AI safety cited as one reason. Possible differences include reduced parameter counts, fewer neural networks, or skipped training steps. Meta does not expect its upcoming models to outperform competitors across the board but reportedly has multiple areas of consumer-focused strength.