The chapter discusses the major developments in the language model and chatbot space in 2023, including the introduction of various chat GPT rivals and open-source alternatives, the release of Google's Gemini and Nick Strahl models, the significance of the Laura algorithm, the competition in AI hardware, and the rise of AI safety as a mainstream concern.
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Timestamps + links:
- (00:00:00) Intro / Banter
- (00:08:13) Reflections on 2023
- Tools & Apps
- Applications & Business
- Research & Advancements
- Policy & Safety
- (01:23:40) Outro