Meta (Llama)

Meta Llama 4: Open-Source Multimodal AI Revolution.

Overview

Meta’s Llama 4 series, launched in April 2025, represents the first natively multimodal open-source models with mixture-of-experts architecture. Offering unprecedented 10M token context windows and free commercial use, Llama 4 democratizes advanced AI capabilities for developers worldwide.

Current Models:

  • Llama 4 Scout – 17B active/109B total parameters with 10M token context window
  • Llama 4 Maverick – 17B active/400B total parameters with enhanced multimodal capabilities
  • Llama 4 Behemoth – 288B active parameters (currently in training)
  • Code Llama 4 – Specialized programming variant with advanced coding capabilities
  • Llama Guard 4 – Safety-focused model for content moderation

Key Advantages:

  • Completely open-source with commercial licensing
  • Industry-leading 10M token context window
  • Native multimodal capabilities (text, images, audio)
  • Can be run locally for complete privacy and control
  • No ongoing API costs after deployment
  • Strong developer community and ecosystem
  • Mixture-of-experts architecture for efficiency
  • Extensive fine-tuning and customization possibilities

Licensing and Costs:

  • Free commercial use for organizations under 700M monthly active users
  • Required “Built with Meta Llama” attribution
  • Custom licensing for larger organizations
  • No API fees – only infrastructure and deployment costs
  • Available through Hugging Face, cloud providers, and direct download

Best Use Cases:

  • Private/confidential data processing requiring local deployment
  • Custom AI application development with full control
  • Research and experimentation with model modifications
  • Cost-sensitive applications avoiding API fees
  • Specialized domain fine-tuning and adaptation
  • Educational institutions and academic research
  • Startups and developers building on open-source foundations
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