Observed arrival · 2026-08-23
Conduit Keeps the AI Client on Your Machine
An open-source desktop AI assistant that connects your own keys to Claude, GPT, Gemini, Ollama, and other model endpoints while keeping conversations and files on local disk.
Why it surfaced
Conduit separates its interface from the sensitive work: a runtime handles keys, network calls, MCP tools, timeouts, restarts, and consent checks. It also treats generated documents and code as editable artifacts, and offers white-label distribution for teams that want to ship a branded client rather than embed their product in someone else's assistant.
An open-source desktop AI assistant that connects your own keys to Claude, GPT, Gemini, Ollama, and other model endpoints while keeping conversations and files on local disk.
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