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OpenAI is gearing up to launch its first open-source language model since GPT-2. This new model aims to be a top performer in reasoning tasks and will be accessible on high-end consumer hardware. The company is also exploring a very permissive license, making it attractive for experimentation and commercialization without heavy restrictions.

Set for an early summer release, the model is still in early development, led by VP of research Aidan Clark. OpenAI wants this model to outperform existing open reasoning models, which could spark a new wave of innovation in AI. They plan to thoroughly test and evaluate safety measures before launch, including a detailed model card documenting its capabilities and safety benchmarks.

Unlike some competitors, OpenAI is choosing a more open licensing approach to avoid the criticisms faced by models like Llama and Gemma. This move is partly in response to pressure from rivals such as DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm that openly shares its models and has garnered a large user base and significant investment.

The upcoming open model will be designed for text input and output, potentially allowing developers to toggle its reasoning abilities, akin to recent models from Anthropic. If well received, OpenAI might release additional, smaller models. CEO Sam Altman has acknowledged that the company needs a different open source strategy moving forward and emphasized safety testing, including comprehensive model cards and evaluations.

This initiative highlights a shift in OpenAI’s stance on openness, balancing innovation with safety, as they navigate a competitive landscape with increasing pressure from open model proponents and concerns over responsible AI deployment.