Meta Abandons Open-Source Llama for Proprietary Muse Spark (thenewstack.io)

• Meta discontinues development of the open-source Llama model.
• The new proprietary model Muse Spark will be deployed immediately.
• The move is seen as a pivot towards greater commercialization and competitive advantage.

"Meta has abandoned its open-source Llama AI model in favor of a proprietary model called Muse Spark, signaling a strategic shift away from openness towards tighter control over its AI technology."