Jensen Huang on open models: The real value is control, closed models are actually cheaper
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-08-04
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang offered a pragmatic perspective on the open versus closed AI model debate. He noted that while people often misunderstand the economics, closed models are frequently cheaper if you aren't building the entire infrastructure yourself. However, Huang emphasized that the true benefit of open models lies in the absolute control they provide, which is critical for deep customization and data privacy.
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