OpenAI delays the release of its open model, again | TechCrunch
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OpenAI has delayed the release of its anticipated open model indefinitely for further safety testing, originally scheduled for next week. CEO Sam Altman expressed the need for additional time to review high-risk areas and ensure the releases meet their high standards. This model is crucial for maintaining OpenAI's competitiveness in the AI sector alongside other major companies. The delay means developers must wait longer to access the first open model in years. Moonshot AI has introduced a competitor open model, enhancing the competition in the open AI landscape.
"We need time to run additional safety tests and review high-risk areas. we are not yet sure how long it will take us," said Altman in a post on X.
"While we trust the community will build great things with this model, once weights are out, they can't be pulled back. This is new for us and we want to get it right."
"Capability wise, we think the model is phenomenal - but our bar for an open source model is high and we think we need some more time to make sure we're releasing a model we..."
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