Stability AI Introduces Membership Program Amid Financial Struggles
Stability AI has officially announced its Stability AI Membership. The membership structure introduces three tiers catering to a diverse user base, ranging from individual enthusiasts to Fortune 500 companies. The first tier, Non-Commercial, is available at no cost for personal use and research, providing access to the complete suite of core models Launching Stability AI memberships for flat rate commercial use of our new core models.Free for personal/research use, $20 a month for up to $1m revenue/funding or 1m users, grants available Figuring out pricing above trying to keep it simple.Please do give feedback https://t.co/D6NN8Arw7I— Emad (@EMostaque) December 14, 2023 The Professional tier, priced at $20 USD per month, targets creators, developers, and startups, offering self-hosted, commercial usage of core models and access to an exclusive Discord community. Discounts are available for those facing financial constraints. The Enterprise tier, designed for larger companies with custom pricing, encompasses benefits from the Professional tier and the option to incorporate additional enterprise features, such as support and solutions engineering. Customers have multiple deployment options, including the membership, self-serve API Developer Platform, or through cloud service provider partners. Previous model releases may have separate licenses, accessible on Hugging Face. Stability AI aims to make state-of-the-art generative AI technology accessible to all while sustaining affordability. The company emphasises its commitment to promoting innovative and accessible technological advancements, empowering professionals and creatives. The membership not only focuses on accessibility but also prioritises safety, privacy, and security. By providing flexible and controllable solutions, Stability AI enables users to scale and innovate while retaining full control of their data and products within their environment. Stability AI has announced its membership program amid financial challenges, prompting investor pressure for a potential sale and urging its chief, Emad Mostaque, to step down. The company generated $1.2 million in revenue in August and was projected to reach $3 million this month from software and services, according to a post by Mostaque on X which he later deleted.
The Professional tier, priced at $20 USD per month, targets creators, developers, and startups.
Stability AI Membership reveals 3 tiers catering to diverse user base — Non-Commercial at no cost, Professional for $20/mo and Enterprise with custom pricing & options.
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