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OpenAI is making a strategic shift by releasing its first open-weight AI model since 2019, a move influenced by the rising economic pressures from competitors like DeepSeek and Meta. This marks a significant reversal for the company, known for its proprietary AI systems. CEO Sam Altman announced the plan on X, stating the model will allow developers to run it on their own hardware, diverging from OpenAI's cloud-based subscription model. This decision comes after Altman admitted OpenAI was "on the wrong side of history" regarding open-source AI.

Alongside this strategic shift, OpenAI also announced it secured $40 billion in new funding at a $300 billion valuation, the largest fundraise in its history. This infusion of capital will support the company's AI research. The announcement of the open-source model also coincided with the release of image generation capabilities within ChatGPT, enabling users to transform images into various art styles, including the style of Studio Ghibli. This feature has gained popularity online, with users converting personal photos and memes into animated images, sparking both creative expression and ethical considerations.

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References :

• venturebeat.com: OpenAI to release open-source model as AI economics force strategic shift
• John Werner: Picture This: Big Changes With ChatGPT’s Image Release

Classification:

• HashTags: #AI #OpenAI #ChatGPT
• Company: OpenAI
• Target: Creativity
• Product: GPT
• Feature: Integration
• Type: AI
• Severity: Medium