Meta has launched Glimmer, an open-weight AI model available for anyone to download and utilize on their own systems. This move contrasts with Muse Spark, a more advanced model that is restricted to specific APIs. This announcement was accompanied by a letter from Mark Zuckerberg, stating that AI should be accessible to all, rather than monopolized by a select few research labs. However, the hosts of the Equity podcast highlighted that this vision may not be without its caveats.
In the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, and Rebecca Bellan discuss Glimmer alongside Zuckerberg’s extensive 6,500-word manifesto. They also delve into various current topics, including the actual energy costs associated with the AI industry and a $250 million acquisition that went awry.
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