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Research Summary: MBZUAI’s Institute of Foundation Models launches K2 Horizon, the world’s largest fully open AI models in history
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- 8 September 2026
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- 8 October 2026
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The Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched K2 Horizon, a collection of six artificial intelligence foundation models. These models are described as the world's largest fully open AI models, ranging in size from 0.9.
Why it matters
This development signifies a substantial contribution to the global landscape of open-source artificial intelligence. The release of large, fully open AI models can accelerate research and development across various sectors, fostering innovation and collaboration.
Key insights
- MBZUAI's Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) has introduced 'K2 Horizon'.
- K2 Horizon comprises a fleet of six artificial intelligence foundation models.
- These models are characterized as the largest fully open AI models globally.
- The models within the K2 Horizon suite range in size, starting from 0.9.
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