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Why is it called Mistral?
Mistral is a strong, cold wind that blows through France, a fitting name for a powerful French AI company. Many AI models are named after mythological figures or natural phenomena, like Google's Gemini or OpenAI's GPT, adding a touch of mystique to their advanced technology. This particular model, Large 4, is Mistral's latest offering.
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