Persimmon launches as first large-scale model to realistically simulate human interaction
niloofar_mire · x · 2026-09-17
Humansand introduced Persimmon, billed as the first large-scale model designed to realistically simulate how people talk and interact, aiming to help AI understand humans and work with them. The announcement drew amused reactions online; real-world performance remains to be seen.
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