
#258 – Yann LeCun: Dark Matter of Intelligence and Self-Supervised Learning
Lex Fridman Podcast
Curiosity, Consciousness, and the Quest for Understanding
This chapter examines the relationship between active learning, self-supervised learning, and the role of curiosity in artificial intelligence. It delves into consciousness, intrinsic motivation, and the psychological influences of mortality on human behavior, contrasting cognitive abilities across species. The discussion raises fundamental questions about learning, perception, and existence, blending insights from philosophy, neuroscience, and personal experiences.
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