The Myth of Model Wars: Open vs Closed AI in 2026

2026-05-07 · 42 min · episode 355 · 7 entities

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The Myth of Model Wars: Open vs Closed AI in 2026

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In this fully connected episode, Dan and Chris break down one of the biggest questions in AI today: do open vs. closed models still matter? From the rise of physical AI and edge devices to the shifting landscape of open-source models like LLaMA, they explore whether the “model wars” are becoming irrelevant. The conversation then dives into a bigger transformation, the rise of agentic systems, workflows, and AI-driven infrastructure. Featuring: Chris Benson – Website , LinkedIn , Bluesky , GitHub , X Daniel Whitenack – Website , GitHub , X Upcoming Events: Register for upcoming webinars here ! Midwest AI Summit 2026