Competition and Attraction Improve Model Fusion

Sakana AI announces a new research paper, 'Competition and Attraction Improve Model Fusion', presented at GECCO'25, which proposes M2N2 (Model Merging of Natural Niches), a method that evolves merging boundaries, uses competition for diversity, and employs attraction for mate selection to improve model fusion.

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We’re excited to share our new work: “Competition and Attraction Improve Model Fusion” presented at GECCO’25🦎 where it was a runner-up for best paper!
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Announced: 24 Aug 2025 15:00 UTC
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