Everything we announced at our first-ever LlamaCon

Summary

TakeawaysWe’re celebrating the first-ever LlamaCon by sharing some exciting new tools that will make it even easier to build with Llama and create custom models to fit your use cases.The Llama API, launching as a limited preview, combines the best features of closed models with open-source flexibility, offering easy one-click API key creation and interactive playgrounds to explore different Llama models.We’re also sharing new Llama Protection Tools and announcing the Llama Defenders Program, where select trusted partners can access AI-enabled tools to help them evaluate the security of their systems to safeguard against potential threats.We’re announcing the 10 international recipients of the second Llama Impact Grants. With over $1.5 million USD awarded, these grants support companies, startups, and universities using Llama to drive transformative change.LlamaCon has officially kicked off. Our inaugural event brings together developers from around the world who all have one thing in common: They love building with Llama. It’s been a little more than two years since we launched Llama. During that time, we’ve surpassed one billion downloads and, most importantly, established Llama as a leader in the open source AI ecosystem. Developers, startups, governments, and enterprises are finding success with Llama by leveraging its capabilities to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and solve complex problems.Of course, we couldn’t bring together a group of developers without also sharing some open source tools that will make it easier for them to explore Llama models, build faster, and use the latest tools to defend and protect. Here’s a look at what we’re announcing today and how you can get started with our newest releases.We want to make it even easier for you to quickly start building with Llama, while also giving you complete control over your models and weights without being locked into an API. Today, we’re announcing Llama API—our upcoming developer platform for Lla...