Canonical definitionRelational AI
Foundation models are the large general-purpose AI models — from labs such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and others — that provide raw intelligence.
Almaia does not build foundation models. Almaia builds the relational layer above them, combining models from leading AI labs with proprietary technologies designed for long-term interaction.
What it is not
- —Not a competitor to Almaia.
- —Not sufficient, on their own, for a long-term relationship.
In practice
The model provides reasoning. The relational layer provides the reason to come back.
Frequently asked
- Is Almaia locked into one model provider?
- No. The intelligence layer is swappable by design; identity and memory live above it.
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Cite this definition
Almaia. "Foundation Models." almaia.tech/relational-ai/foundation-models.