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+EXAONE AI Model License Agreement 1.1 - NC
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+This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between you (“Licensee”) and LG Management Development 
+Institute Co., Ltd. (“Licensor”), governing the use of the EXAONE AI Model (“Model”). By downloading, 
+installing, copying, or using the Model, you agree to comply with and be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
+If you do not agree to all the terms, you must not download, install, copy, or use the Model. This Agreement 
+constitutes a binding legal agreement between the Licensee and Licensor.
+
+1. Definitions
+    1.1 Model: The artificial intelligence model provided by Licensor, which includes any software, 
+    algorithms, machine learning models, or related components supplied by Licensor. This definition extends 
+    to encompass all updates, enhancements, improvements, bug fixes, patches, or other modifications that may 
+    be provided by Licensor from time to time, whether automatically or manually implemented.
+    1.2 Derivatives: Any modifications, alterations, enhancements, improvements, adaptations, or derivative 
+    works of the Model created by Licensee or any third party. This includes changes made to the Model's 
+    architecture, parameters, data processing methods, or any other aspect of the Model that results in a 
+    modification of its functionality or output.
+    1.3 Output: Any data, results, content, predictions, analyses, insights, or other materials generated by 
+    the Model or Derivatives, regardless of whether they are in their original form or have been further 
+    processed or modified by the Licensee. This includes, but is not limited to, textual or numerical produced 
+    directly or indirectly through the use of the Model.
+    1.4 Licensor: LG Management Development Institute Co., Ltd., the owner, developer, and provider of the 
+    EXAONE AI Model. The Licensor holds all rights, title, and interest in the Model and is responsible for 
+    granting licenses to use the Model under the terms specified in this Agreement.
+    1.5 Licensee: The individual, organization, corporation, academic institution, government agency, or other 
+    entity using or intending to use the Model under the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The Licensee 
+    is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Agreement by all authorized users who access or utilize 
+    the Model on behalf of the Licensee.
+
+2. License Grant
+    2.1 Grant of License: Subject to the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement, the Licensor hereby 
+    grants the Licensee a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, worldwide, and revocable license to:
+        a. Access, download, install, and use the Model solely for research purposes. This includes 
+        evaluation, testing, academic research, experimentation, and participation in competitions, provided 
+        that such participation is in a non-commercial context. Notwithstanding Section 3.1, the Licensee may 
+        only provide the Model or Derivatives for a competition if no commercial license is granted to the 
+        competition organizer or any third party.
+        b. Publicly disclose research results and findings derived from the use of the Model or Derivatives, 
+        including publishing papers or presentations.
+        c. Modify the Model and create Derivatives based on the Model, provided that such modifications and 
+        Derivatives are used exclusively for research purposes. The Licensee may conduct experiments, perform 
+        analyses, and apply custom modifications to the Model to explore its capabilities and performance 
+        under various scenarios. If the Model is modified, the modified Model must include “EXAONE” at the 
+        beginning of its name.
+        d. Distribute the Model and Derivatives in each case with a copy of this Agreement.
+    2.2 Scope of License: The license granted herein does not authorize the Licensee to use the Model for any 
+    purpose not explicitly permitted under this Agreement. Any use beyond the scope of this license, including 
+    any commercial application or external distribution, is strictly prohibited unless explicitly agreed upon 
+    in writing by the Licensor.
+
+3. Restrictions
+    3.1 Commercial Use: The Licensee is expressly prohibited from using the Model, Derivatives, or Output for 
+    any commercial purposes, including but not limited to, developing or deploying products, services, or 
+    applications that generate revenue, whether directly or indirectly. Any commercial exploitation of the 
+    Model or its derivatives requires a separate commercial license agreement with the Licensor. Furthermore, 
+    the Licensee shall not use the Model, Derivatives or Output to develop or improve other models.
+    3.2 Reverse Engineering: The Licensee shall not decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or attempt to 
+    derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithms, or structure of the Model, except to the extent that 
+    such activities are expressly permitted by applicable law. Any attempt to bypass or circumvent 
+    technological protection measures applied to the Model is strictly prohibited.
+    3.3 Unlawful Use: The Licensee shall not use the Model and Derivatives for any illegal, fraudulent, or 
+    unauthorized activities, nor for any purpose that violates applicable laws or regulations. This includes 
+    but is not limited to the creation, distribution, or dissemination of malicious, deceptive, or unlawful 
+    content.
+    3.4 Ethical Use: The Licensee shall ensure that the Model or Derivatives is used in an ethical and 
+    responsible manner, adhering to the following guidelines:
+        a. The Model and Derivatives shall not be used to generate, propagate, or amplify false, misleading, 
+        or harmful information, including fake news, misinformation, or disinformation.
+        b. The Model and Derivatives shall not be employed to create, distribute, or promote content that is 
+        discriminatory, harassing, defamatory, abusive, or otherwise offensive to individuals or groups based 
+        on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or other protected characteristics.
+        c. The Model and Derivatives shall not infringe on the rights of others, including intellectual 
+        property rights, privacy rights, or any other rights recognized by law. The Licensee shall obtain all 
+        necessary permissions and consents before using the Model and Derivatives in a manner that may impact 
+        the rights of third parties.
+        d. The Model and Derivatives shall not be used in a way that causes harm, whether physical, mental, 
+        emotional, or financial, to individuals, organizations, or communities. The Licensee shall take all 
+        reasonable measures to prevent misuse or abuse of the Model and Derivatives that could result in harm 
+        or injury.
+
+4. Ownership
+    4.1 Intellectual Property: All rights, title, and interest in and to the Model, including any 
+    modifications, Derivatives, and associated documentation, are and shall remain the exclusive property of 
+    the Licensor. The Licensee acknowledges that this Agreement does not transfer any ownership rights to the 
+    Licensee. All trademarks, service marks, and logos associated with the Model are the property of the 
+    Licensor.
+    4.2 Output: All rights, title, and interest in and to the Output generated by the Model and Derivatives 
+    whether in its original form or modified, are and shall remain the exclusive property of the Licensor.
+    Licensee may use, modify, and distribute the Output and its derivatives for research purpose. The Licensee 
+    shall not claim ownership of the Output except as expressly provided in this Agreement. The Licensee may 
+    use the Output solely for the purposes permitted under this Agreement and shall not exploit the Output for 
+    unauthorized or commercial purposes.
+    4.3 Attribution: In any publication or presentation of results obtained using the Model, the Licensee 
+    shall provide appropriate attribution to the Licensor, citing the Model's name and version, along with any 
+    relevant documentation or references specified by the Licensor.
+
+5. No Warranty
+    5.1 “As-Is” Basis: The Model, Derivatives, and Output are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis, 
+    without any warranties or representations of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. The 
+    Licensor disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, 
+    fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, reliability, non-infringement, or any warranty arising from 
+    the course of dealing or usage of trade.
+    5.2 Performance and Reliability: The Licensor does not warrant or guarantee that the Model, Derivatives or 
+    Output will meet the Licensee’s requirements, that the operation of the Model, Derivatives or Output will 
+    be uninterrupted or error-free, or that defects in the Model will be corrected. The Licensee acknowledges 
+    that the use of the Model, Derivatives or Output is at its own risk and that the Model, Derivatives or 
+    Output may contain bugs, errors, or other limitations.
+    5.3 No Endorsement: The Licensor does not endorse, approve, or certify any results, conclusions, or 
+    recommendations derived from the use of the Model. The Licensee is solely responsible for evaluating the 
+    accuracy, reliability, and suitability of the Model for its intended purposes.
+
+6. Limitation of Liability
+    6.1 No Liability for Damages: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the 
+    Licensor be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, 
+    including but not limited to, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of 
+    business information, loss of data, or any other pecuniary or non-pecuniary loss arising out of or in 
+    connection with the use or inability to use the Model, Derivatives or any Output, even if the Licensor has 
+    been advised of the possibility of such damages.
+    6.2 Indemnification: The Licensee agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Licensor, its 
+    affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, 
+    losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to the 
+    Licensee's use of the Model, any Derivatives, or any Output, including any violation of this Agreement or 
+    applicable laws.
+
+7. Termination
+    7.1 Termination by Licensor: The Licensor reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and revoke the 
+    Licensee’s rights to use the Model at any time, with or without cause, and without prior notice if the 
+    Licensee breaches any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement. Termination shall be effective 
+    immediately upon notice.
+    7.2 Effect of Termination: Upon termination of this Agreement, the Licensee must immediately cease all use 
+    of the Model, Derivatives, and Output and destroy all copies of the Model, Derivatives, and Output in its 
+    possession or control, including any backup or archival copies. The Licensee shall certify in writing to 
+    the Licensor that such destruction has been completed.
+    7.3 Survival: The provisions of this Agreement that by their nature should survive termination, including 
+    but not limited to, Sections 4 (Ownership), 5 (No Warranty), 6 (Limitation of Liability), and this Section 
+    7 (Termination), shall continue to apply after termination.
+
+8. Governing Law
+    8.1 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the 
+    Republic of Korea, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
+    8.2 Arbitration: Any disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of or relating to this Agreement, 
+    including its existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach, or termination, shall be referred 
+    to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board (KCAB) in 
+    accordance with the International Arbitration Rules of the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board in force at 
+    the time of the commencement of the arbitration. The seat of arbitration shall be Seoul, Republic of 
+    Korea. The tribunal shall consist of one arbitrator. The language of the arbitration shall be English.
+
+9. Alterations
+    9.1 Modifications: The Licensor reserves the right to modify or amend this Agreement at any time, in its 
+    sole discretion. Any modifications will be effective upon posting the updated Agreement on the Licensor’s 
+    website or through other means of communication. The Licensee is responsible for reviewing the Agreement 
+    periodically for changes. Continued use of the Model after any modifications have been made constitutes 
+    acceptance of the revised Agreement.
+    9.2 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Licensee and Licensor 
+    concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written 
+    agreements, representations, or understandings. Any terms or conditions of any purchase order or other 
+    document submitted by the Licensee in connection with the Model that are in addition to, different from, 
+    or inconsistent with the terms and conditions of this Agreement are not binding on the Licensor and are 
+    void.
+
+By downloading, installing, or using the EXAONE AI Model, the Licensee acknowledges that it has read, 
+understood, and agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement.