Zuckerberg Unveils Meta's New Open-Source AI Model, Criticizes Closed AI Systems

Jul 28, 2024, 05:00 PM

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced the release of a new and powerful AI model, emphasizing the company's commitment to open-source AI. Zuckerberg criticized the tech industry's focus on closed models, such as those developed by OpenAI and Google, advocating instead for a diverse ecosystem of AI services. He envisions a future where there are hundreds of millions or billions of AI agents, surpassing the number of humans. Meta's new AI model allows users to upload their pictures to generate AI images across all Meta platforms. Zuckerberg's comments, shared on Instagram, highlight his desire to control Meta's technological destiny and avoid the restrictive, 'soul-crushing' practices of competitors like Apple.