FT News Briefing OpenAI launches its next generation of tools
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Sep 17, 2024 The EU is set to offer €40 billion in loans to Ukraine while also grappling with Hungary's veto. Boeing faces challenges with machinists on strike, potentially leading to furloughs. OpenAI unveils its new AI model, O1, promising advanced problem-solving abilities akin to a PhD mathematician. Concerns arise about the risks of advanced AI in bioweapons. Meanwhile, Mario Draghi calls for a master plan to boost EU competitiveness, amidst a backdrop of economic challenges and a need for revitalization.
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O1's Capabilities
- OpenAI's new models, known as O1, excel at complex problem-solving in STEM fields.
- They perform at PhD student levels, marking a significant step towards artificial general intelligence.
O1 vs. ChatGPT
- Large language models like ChatGPT struggle with math because they predict, not calculate.
- O1 excels in logical, step-by-step reasoning, making it better suited for technical problems.
Risks of O1
- O1's advanced capabilities increase the risk of misuse, particularly with bioweapons.
- OpenAI classifies O1 as a medium risk for bioweapon creation, its highest risk assessment yet.