South Africa-founded startup launches AI model with 10 million-token memory
TechCabal | Opeyemi Kareem - Jul 09, 2026

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- Refiant AI launched Protea, a suite of large language models that can process up to 10 million tokens.
- Protea is available for free on Refiant's platform without a waitlist or approval process.
- The launch follows a $5 million seed round led by VoLo Earth Ventures.
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The launch of Protea by Refiant AI represents a significant advancement in the capabilities of AI models, particularly in processing large volumes of data. This could revolutionize industries that rely on extensive data analysis, such as legal and insurance sectors. However, the real challenge will be in ensuring the technology is accessible and effectively integrated into existing workflows.
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