NestAI, an AI lab founded by Peter Sarlin, has released its first models, which are specifically designed for military use. The company wants to help Europe reduce its reliance on foreign providers for its military tech.

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Peter Sarlin’s NestAI wants to help Europe reduce reliance on foreign models for defence
The startup is launching AI models for defence it says will help Europe own and control its own tech, reducing reliance on foreign providers
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