LG Research releases K-Exaone 2.5 API for free (www.lgresearch.ai)

LG AI Research has announced the free availability of the K-EXAONE 2.5 API, its proprietary AI foundation model, through the EXAONE API Platform. This model represents an enhanced version of its predecessor released last August and has undergone additional training. Accessible to developers, startups, and research institutions without any cost, K-EXAONE 2.5 enables users to develop innovative applications in areas such as intelligent AI agents and software development assistance by simply obtaining an API key. Significantly, K-EXAONE 2.5 showcases competitive capabilities in Agentic AI, achieving performance levels comparable to leading frontier-class models, including notable systems like DeepSeek-V4.1-Flash and GLM-5.3. This performance was validated across four benchmarks, demonstrating strengths in automating tasks, software development, web navigation, and workplace problem-solving. By facilitating sophisticated coding tasks from generation to debugging, K-EXAONE 2.5 aims to enhance software development productivity, making it a valuable tool for developers looking to streamline their workflows and drive innovation in their projects.