Technology Innovation Institute Unveils Falcon 3 Model to Democratise AI Access
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a part of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has announced the launch of Falcon 3, the latest evolution of its open-source large language model (LLM) series. This release aims to enhance access to artificial intelligence by enabling the model to operate efficiently on light infrastructures, such as laptops, marking a significant leap in AI accessibility and inclusivity.
Falcon 3 is designed to set new performance standards for small LLMs, boasting superior reasoning, enhanced fine-tuning capabilities, and remarkable efficiency. Trained on 14 trillion tokens, the model ranks among the top global performers capable of operating on a single GPU. It debuted as the #1 model on Hugging Face’s third-party LLM leaderboard, outperforming other open-source models of similar size.
Key Features of Falcon 3:
- Operates efficiently on light infrastructures, broadening access to AI tools.
- Offers enhanced reasoning and fine-tuning capabilities for diverse applications.
- Recognised for superior performance across multiple AI benchmarks.
Statements from Leaders:
- H.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Secretary General of ATRC, highlighted the importance of global equity and inclusivity in innovation. He stated, “The Falcon 3 family marks a new generation of AI models, reinforcing our commitment to democratise AI tools for everyone.”
- Dr Najwa Aaraj, TII’s CEO, described Falcon 3 as a culmination of TII’s dedication to scientific excellence, adding that it sets a new standard in efficiency and usability.
- Dr Hakim Hacid, Chief Researcher of TII’s AI and Digital Science Research Center, noted Falcon 3’s contribution to the open-source community, stating that it “empowers businesses and individuals with unprecedented AI capabilities.”
This launch builds on the success of Falcon 2 and aligns with TII’s mission to foster global innovation and accessibility in the AI sector.
