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28.09.2026

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Michael Hedderich Featured in Deutschlandfunk on Small Language Models

Exploring the Technology and Potential of Smaller AI Models

MCML JRG Leader Michael Hedderich is featured as an expert in a recent Deutschlandfunk segment on small language models and their potential to offer alternatives to large AI models. The segment, part of the "Computer und Kommunikation" program, explores how smaller language models could contribute to greater independence from major AI providers.

The segment examines the development and potential applications of small language models and how knowledge from large language models can be transferred to smaller systems. Hedderich contributes his expertise to the discussion of what these more compact models can offer.

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