a16z Podcast Bringing AI to the Masses with Adam D’Angelo
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Mar 20, 2024 
Adam D’Angelo, CEO and founder of Quora and AI aggregator Poe, dives into the revolutionary impact of generative AI on our world. He discusses how Poe aims to democratize AI access, making it easier for creators and researchers. D'Angelo highlights the synergy between humans and AI, as well as the importance of experimentation in this evolving field. He also reflects on the transformative power of tailored AI solutions and the strategic shifts organizations need to make in response to this AI-driven landscape.
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Early AI Attempts
- Adam D'Angelo's early AI product attempts in college failed due to inadequate technology.
- He shifted to social networking, viewing it as a temporary alternative to undeveloped AI.
Quora's Transition
- Quora initially relied on a human-driven model, manually routing questions to expert answer writers.
- Experiments with GPT-3 revealed its ability to instantly answer any question, albeit sometimes with lower quality.
Multi-Model Future
- Poe's multi-model approach stems from the belief in diverse AI product development and model specialization.
- Different models cater to specific data sets, fine-tuning methods, user instructions, and target use cases.