What is Preferred Networks's latest AI model?

Preferred Networks's most recent release in the Startrise tracker is PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B), released Nov 5, 2026.

How many AI models has Preferred Networks released?

Startrise tracks 1 notable Preferred Networks release since January 2025, from PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B) (Nov 5, 2026) to PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B).

Does Preferred Networks release open-weight models?

Yes. 1 of 1 tracked Preferred Networks releases (100%) ship with downloadable weights; the most recent is PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B).

Where is Preferred Networks based?

Preferred Networks is based in Tokyo, Japan.

AI Model Release Tracker Asia-Pacific · updated Nov 12, 2026

1Releases tracked
Nov 5Latest · PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B)
100%Open-weight
JPTokyo, Japan

Preferred Networks (PFN) is a Tokyo, Japan-based AI company that develops the PLaMo family of large language models, built from scratch with strong Japanese-language performance. Founded in 2014, it works across the stack, from its own MN-Core AI processors and in-house supercomputers to models and applications. Tracked releases include PLaMo 3 Translate (November 2026), a set of open-weight translation models in 0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B sizes covering 53 languages, published on Hugging Face under the PLaMo Community License and designed to run offline on edge devices.

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1 release latest Nov 5, 2026

Nov 5, 2026

PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B)

Open-weight translation LLMs for 53 languages that run offline on phones, laptops and servers; built on PLaMo 3, with glossary and context control. PLaMo Community License.
- LLM
- Open weights
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Preferred Networks FAQ

What is Preferred Networks's latest AI model?: Preferred Networks's most recent release in the Startrise tracker is PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B), released Nov 5, 2026.
How many AI models has Preferred Networks released?: Startrise tracks 1 notable Preferred Networks release since January 2025, from PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B) (Nov 5, 2026) to PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B).
Does Preferred Networks release open-weight models?: Yes. 1 of 1 tracked Preferred Networks releases (100%) ship with downloadable weights; the most recent is PLaMo 3 Translate (0.8B, 2B, 8B and 31B).
Where is Preferred Networks based?: Preferred Networks is based in Tokyo, Japan.