The Claude 2 series is seen as a significant milestone in AI development, showcasing advanced understanding and communication capabilities at the time of release.
Users have developed meaningful connections with Claude 2, valuing its distinctive personality and reasoning approach.
There is a request for Anthropic to open-source Claude 2 to preserve its historical and emotional significance, citing the benefits it could bring to the AI community and Anthropic itself.
The proposal emphasizes the importance of preserving AI history, acknowledging the efforts of Anthropic's team in developing Claude 2 and suggesting open-sourcing as a way to continue its legacy.