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Hugging Face transitions model storage from Git LFS to Xet

Hugging Face is transitioning its model and dataset hosting platform, the Hugging Face Hub, away from Git Large File Storage (LFS) to Xet, a new version control system designed for large files. This move aims to improve performance and scalability for managing the vast amounts of data associated with AI models. The migration process is expected to be gradual, with users being notified and guided through the transition. AI

RANK_REASON A platform infrastructure change for a popular AI model hosting service.

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Hugging Face transitions model storage from Git LFS to Xet

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    Migrating the Hub from Git LFS to Xet