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How AI is unlocking the secrets of nature and the universe | Demis Hassabis

TED Talks Daily

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Unlocking Scientific Breakthroughs with AI

The chapter explores how AI can revolutionize scientific discovery by analyzing data to uncover patterns and insights for human researchers. It traces the speaker's journey from childhood experiences with chess computers to the breakthrough moments at DeepMind where AI mastered games like Breakout and Go. The discussion showcases the rapid progress of AI, culminating in AlphaZero mastering chess from scratch and achieving world-champion level play in record time.

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