Z.ai debuts open source GLM-4.6V, a native tool-calling vision model for multimodal reasoning
PositiveTechnology
- Chinese AI startup Zhipu AI, also known as Z.ai, has launched its GLM-4.6V series, a new generation of open-source vision-language models optimized for multimodal reasoning and efficient deployment. The series includes two models: GLM-4.6V with 106 billion parameters for cloud-scale inference and GLM-4.6V-Flash with 9 billion parameters for low-latency applications.
- This release is significant for Zhipu AI as it positions the company to compete more effectively in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, particularly against established players like OpenAI and Google. The models are designed to enhance automation and improve performance in various applications.
- The introduction of GLM-4.6V reflects a broader trend in the AI industry towards open-source solutions and the development of models that cater to diverse deployment needs. As companies like Zhipu AI and Mistral launch competitive models, the focus on efficiency and multimodal capabilities is becoming increasingly critical in addressing the demands of real-time applications and edge computing.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
