Srinagar, May 24 -- In early 2024, Google introduced Gemma, a lightweight, open-source family of large language models (LLMs) developed by DeepMind. Positioned as a more accessible counterpart to the premium Gemini models that power Google Bard, Gemma is designed for developers, researchers, and startups looking for flexible, fine-tunable AI without cloud lock-in.

The name "Gemma," derived from the Latin word for "precious stone," reflects the model's value as a compact yet powerful tool in Google's AI ecosystem.

Gemma is a suite of open-weight generative AI models built for integration across mobile, desktop, and cloud environments. Based on the same technology as the Gemini models, Gemma offers developers the flexibility to run AI on ...