Opera Introduces WebAI to Run AI Models Locally in Browser

Opera introduces WebAI, an early preview in Opera One that runs AI models locally in the browser. It supports open-weight models including Google's Gemma, and Apple's on-device model on Macs. Opera says processing stays on the device, and users must opt in.

• Opera says its GX and Neon browsers will soon get the same local AI support.
• Opera says running models locally puts more demand on a user's computer.
• "Developers can add AI features without running AI infrastructure or paying for every request," Opera says.