Meta has announced the launch of Llama 3, the latest generation of its open-source large language model (LLM). Llama 3 is set to bring advancements to the AI landscape, focusing on responsible development and usage, with resources available to help others use it responsibly.

The first two models of the Llama 3 generation are now available for broad use. Meta plans to make Llama 3 accessible through major cloud and computing platforms, including AWS, Databricks, Google Cloud, IBM WatsonX, Microsoft Azure, Nvidia NIM, and Snowflake. Additionally, Llama 3 will receive support from hardware platforms offered by AMD, AWS, Dell, Intel, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm.

Meta aims to expand Llama 3's capabilities in the near future, introducing features such as longer context windows, additional model sizes, and improved performance. The company will also share the Llama 3 research paper in the coming months.

The initial release of Llama 3 focuses on text-based models, but Meta intends to make Llama 3 multilingual and multimodal while enhancing its overall performance. The company also plans to integrate Llama 3 with its products, such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger, enabling users to leverage AI for a variety of tasks.

Moreover, users will soon have the opportunity to experience multimodal Meta AI on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, showcasing Meta's commitment to advancing AI across multiple platforms and devices.