Bankless AI ROLLUP: 26 Months Until AGI | Meta's New Top Model Cheated? | $20 Billion To AI Apps
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Apr 10, 2025 
This week’s guest is Josh Kale, a frontier tech enthusiast who's back to dissect the buzz surrounding Meta’s recently launched Llama 4, which faces scrutiny over its claims. They delve into the ambitious 'AI 2027' roadmap predicting geopolitical shifts and the rise of superintelligence. Kale also highlights Shopify's bold shift to mandatory AI use for employees and discusses Claude Education's innovative AI tutors aiming to enhance student performance. Plus, they explore a16z's gigantic $20 billion fund to shape the future of AI applications.
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Meta's Llama 4 Controversy
- Meta released Llama 4, claiming benchmarks comparable to top models.
- However, users reported significantly lower performance, sparking controversy and accusations of falsified data.
Benchmarking Issues
- AI model benchmarks are becoming increasingly unreliable due to their susceptibility to gamification.
- The focus should shift towards evaluating real-world impact and user experience rather than standardized tests.
AI 2027 Predictions
- AI experts predict rapid advancements in AI by 2027, including espionage, geopolitical tension, and runaway intelligence.
- They emphasize the need for governments to collaborate with domestic AI labs for national security.