#306 – Oriol Vinyals: Deep Learning and Artificial General Intelligence

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Jul 26, 2022

Oriol Vinyals, Research Director at DeepMind, dives into the intriguing world of deep learning and artificial general intelligence. He discusses Gato, an innovative AI model blending language, vision, and action, and the philosophical challenges of defining AI consciousness. Vinyals also explores the human elements in AI interactions and the significance of emotional engagement. The conversation touches on the evolution of neural networks, the journey toward AGI, and a future where humans and AI coexist as multi-planetary beings.

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AI's Role in Podcasting

AI systems may become more integrated into creative processes like podcasting.
They could empower humans with suggested questions or enhance answers, rather than fully replacing them.

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Optimizing for Excitement

Optimizing for "excitement" in AI conversations is possible using online human interaction data.
This could lead to compelling AI-driven conversations, but human input in labeling and system design remains crucial.

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Humanness in AI

"Excitement" might be easier to label in AI systems than "truth."
AI systems designed for dialogue could benefit from incorporating flaws, identity, and even a fear of "mortality" to enhance humanness.

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