AI Navigator Graduates from Beta, Brings Secure Generative AI to Desktops Everywhere

Anaconda’s AI Navigator, the desktop application that provides secure access to over 200 large language models (LLMs), has officially graduated from public beta and is now generally available. Since its initial beta release in July 2024, AI Navigator has amassed over 14,000 unique users who have actively conducted chats and downloaded models, demonstrating the strong demand for an enterprise-ready solution that brings the power of generative AI to local desktops.

The launch of AI Navigator’s general availability marks a significant milestone in Anaconda’s mission to make AI technologies accessible to a wide range of users, from data scientists to business professionals. By enabling the deployment of LLMs directly on users’ machines, AI Navigator addresses the common challenges associated with cloud-hosted AI models, such as data privacy concerns, compliance issues, and high costs.

“The enthusiastic response to AI Navigator’s beta release has validated our vision of empowering organizations to harness the transformative potential of generative AI while maintaining full control and security over their data,” said Steve Croce, VP of Product at Anaconda. “With the general availability launch, we’re excited to bring this powerful tool to an even broader audience, enabling them to drive innovation, improve workflows, and unlock new possibilities across a wide range of industries.”

Key Features of AI Navigator

1. Comprehensive LLM catalog: Choose from over 200 pre-trained LLMs, including 55 unique models available in four different quantization levels, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of hardware configurations.

2. Secure desktop environment: Run LLMs locally on your device, eliminating the need to send sensitive data to the cloud and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.

3. Intuitive user interface: Designed for both technical and non-technical users, the AI Navigator interface simplifies the process of browsing, downloading, and experimenting with LLMs.

4. Flexible utilization: Integrate AI Navigator’s API inference server with your applications, or leverage the built-in chat interface to interact with the LLMs directly on your desktop.

With the general availability of AI Navigator, Anaconda is empowering organizations across industries to harness the transformative power of generative AI while maintaining the security and control they require. Whether you’re a data scientist, a business analyst, or an IT professional, AI Navigator offers a seamless path to exploring and integrating LLMs into your daily workflows.

You can get started today. If you don’t already have one, create your Anaconda account today. Then, download AI Navigator and join the growing community of users who are redefining what’s possible with generative AI, right from the comfort of their desktops.