Big Tech Joins Forces on AI Under Antitrust Shield
Published Date: 7/22/2026
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MLCommons just updated its team by adding some big names like IBM and Broadcom, while a few others like Red Hat and Baidu have stepped away. These changes keep the group’s special legal protections in place, helping members work together on AI research without worrying about big lawsuits. No money changes were announced, and the group is still open for new members to join anytime.
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