Navigating Weak to Strong Generalization in AI Models

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The chapter explores the dynamics of strong AI models interpreting weak teacher models' input, discussing challenges in training models to generalize values and potential ethical concerns. Skepticism is expressed on the approach of training at a higher level and scaling down, despite acknowledging its value. Furthermore, the conversation delves into skepticism towards recent AI developments, future expectations, global implications, and the risks and benefits of building more chips to meet demand.

In this episode, Zvi Mowshowitz returns to the show to discuss OpenAI’s Sora model, Google’s Gemini announcement, Anthropic’s Sleeper Agents, and other live player analysis. Try the Brave search API for free for up to 2000 queries per month at https://brave.com/api

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-Zvi’s Blog: https://thezvi.substack.com/

- Waymark The Frost Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1pPiGD7cBw

-Anthropic Sleeper Agents: https://www.anthropic.com/news/sleeper-agents-training-deceptive-llms-that-persist-through-safety-training

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:04:37) - Zvi’s feedback on the type of content the show should create

(00:05:33) - Zvi’s experience with Gemini

(00:09:42) - Speculating on Google Gemini’s launch timing

(00:12:54) - Advantages of Gemini

(00:16:11) - Sponsors: Brave

(00:25:00) - Speculating on Gemini 1.5 and market dynamics for foundational models.

(00:28:18) How long context windows change things

(00:30:57) - Sponsor: Netsuite | Omneky

(00:41:06) - LLM Leaderboards

(00:43:37) - Physics world modelling in OpenAI Sora

(00:57:25) - Object permanence in Sora

(01:04:40) - Experiments Zvi would run on Sora

(01:06:21) - Superalignment and Anthropic Sleeper Agent

(01:10:47) - When do agents actually start to work?

(01:16:00) - Raising the standard for AI app developers

(01:22:07) - Dangers of open soure development

(01:30:53) - The future of compact models

(01:33:58) - Superalignment

(01:53:00) - Meta

(01:54:20) - Mistral’s hold over the regulatory environment

(02:04:16) - The Impact of Chip Bans on AI Development

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