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Prof. Nick Chater - The Language Game (Part 1)

Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

CHAPTER

Exploring Language, Communication, and AI

This chapter delves into theories about language, comparing Chomsky's theory with Wolfram's theory and discusses the concept of language as an internalized system with systemic relations. It highlights the uniqueness of human language in its social mimetic plasticity and complexity compared to animal communication. The conversation also touches on the limitations of AI systems like GPT-3 in creativity and problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of developing systems that can engage meaningfully in human society.

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