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What is Frontier Model?

A plain-English explanation of Frontier Model (Frontier Model) — what it means, why it matters, and how it is used in AI.

Frontier Model
Frontier Model
A frontier model refers to the most capable AI models at the current state of the art, typically developed by a small number of well-resourced research labs.
"GPT-4, Claude 3, and Gemini Ultra are examples of frontier models — the most capable AI systems available at the time of their release."

Also known as: Frontier AI, state-of-the-art model, leading model

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Why does Frontier Model matter?

Understanding frontier models matters for anyone tracking AI progress, policy, or the competitive landscape of AI development.

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