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Artificial Intelligence Isn't Ready for Mass Application || Peter Zeihan

Jan 3, 2025
Today’s AI technology is buzzing with potential, but it’s not quite ready for prime time. The discussion dives into the limitations of current GPU technology and how it affects AI’s growth. It highlights the importance of specialized hardware in unleashing true AI capabilities. Supply chain issues also present significant hurdles that various industries must navigate. Overall, it paints a picture of the complex challenges that stand in the way of AI’s mass application.
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  • Current AI technology, despite its advancements, is hindered by hardware limitations and supply chain complexities that delay mass application.
  • The future of AI's utility depends heavily on the development of high-performance chips and strategic allocation across critical sectors.

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The Limitations of Current AI Technology

Artificial intelligence, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, is advancing but remains far from achieving conscious thought. While these technologies offer enhanced data management and insights compared to traditional search engines, they still face significant limitations due to the design of the underlying hardware. Currently available GPUs, originally tailored for gaming graphics, are not optimized for AI tasks, leading to inefficiencies in processing and energy consumption. The anticipated development of chips specifically designed for AI applications will not materialize for several years, which creates uncertainty about AI's immediate and mass adoption.

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