The Shift to Open Source AI

In this episode of the AI Chat podcast, Jaeden interviews Roman Chernin, co-founder of Nebius, a company focused on building AI infrastructure. Roman shares insights on the rapid growth of AI, the importance of catering to both large and small customers, and the evolution of AI products. He discusses the significance of fine-tuning models, the transition from closed to open-source models, and the misconceptions within the AI industry. The conversation highlights the future of AI and the potential for significant market growth as technology becomes more accessible.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Nebius and Roman Chernin

00:56 The Birth of Nebius: Inspiration and Market Need

03:45 Nebius' Unique Approach to AI Infrastructure

05:58 Serving Small and Large Customers: A Dual Approach

09:09 The Rapid Growth of AI and Its Impact on Business

13:47 AI Studio: Building Solutions with AI Models

17:06 Fine-Tuning Open Source Models: A Strategic Approach

22:46 Misconceptions in the AI Industry

27:33 Excitement and Concerns in the AI Landscape