Thinking Machines Lab, a startup co-founded by former OpenAI executives, has just unveiled its first model, Inkling. This open-weight marvel can process audio, video and text with advanced reasoning skills, though it may not top benchmarks.

Inkling’s training process revealed an intriguing trend: as the model optimised itself, its explanations became more concise without losing clarity or accuracy. The startup hopes this approach will make AI accessible to a broader community, challenging established players like OpenAI and Anthropic in the race for supremacy.

In a bid to decentralise AI development, Thinking Machines aims to democratise access to state-of-the-art technology. With $12 billion backing and a history of innovative tools and research, this company could be a game-changer. But only time will tell if Inkling can truly disrupt the market and reshape our digital landscape.