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sidebar_label: IBM BAM
description: IBM BAM has been deprecated - use IBM WatsonX instead
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# IBM BAM (Deprecated)

:::warning Service Discontinued

IBM BAM (Big AI Models) API was sunset in March 2025. The service is no longer available.

**Use [IBM WatsonX](/docs/providers/watsonx) instead.**

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IBM has consolidated their generative AI offerings into watsonx.ai, which provides:

- Latest Granite 3.x, Llama 4.x, and Mistral models
- Enterprise-grade reliability and support
- Enhanced security and compliance features

See the [WatsonX provider documentation](/docs/providers/watsonx) for setup instructions.