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NVIDIA’s release of its open-source AI model, NVLM-D 1.0, has sparked fresh debate over OpenAI’s soaring $157 billion valuation. With near-parity performance to OpenAI’s GPT-4o and increased inference capability, NVIDIA is positioning itself to compete directly in the rapidly expanding AI sector.
NVIDIA’s NVLM-D 1.0 Challenges OpenAI’s GPT-4o, Raising Questions About OpenAI’s $157 Billion Valuation
With its full-stack solutions, NVIDIA strives to dominate every aspect of the emerging AI-driven landscape and is making substantial progress in the AI sector. According to Wccftech, the release of its open-source Large Language Model (LLM), NVLM-D 1.0, is a clear example of this strategy. This model's performance is nearly equivalent to that of proprietary offerings such as OpenAI's GPT-4o, which has led investors to query the legitimacy of OpenAI's new $157 billion valuation.
OpenAI's recent disclosure of a $6.6 billion funding round, with significant participation from industry giants like Microsoft, SoftBank, and NVIDIA, has profoundly impacted its valuation. The company's valuation has soared to an impressive $157 billion, which has attracted attention due to the exclusive funding relationship it has secured, preventing investors from supporting rival AI firms such as Anthropic or Elon Musk's xAI.
As OpenAI Faces Increasing Competition from NVIDIA, Questions Arise Over Its $157 Billion Valuation
OpenAI currently has 200 million weekly users and is expected to triple its revenue to $11.6 billion by 2025. This translates to a valuation multiple of 13.53x its anticipated revenue, which is far from a bargain. Despite its advantageous position, OpenAI is confronted with increasing competition from key industry players, such as NVIDIA.
NVIDIA's NVLM-D 1.0, based on 72 billion parameters, competes with much larger models such as Meta's Llama 3-V and proprietary titans like OpenAI's GPT-4o. With its near-parity performance and a 50x generational increase in inference capability, this new LLM is a testament to the exciting technological advancements in the AI sector. However, it has also raised concerns about the sustainability of OpenAI's premium valuation.
Investors must focus on the valuation and competitive landscape of the AI sector. With its extensive user base and active developer community, NVIDIA is in a strong position to challenge OpenAI's dominance and potentially reshape the industry.
