No Priors: Artificial Intelligence | Technology | Startups Will Everyone Have a Personal AI? With Mustafa Suleyman, Founder of DeepMind and Inflection
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May 11, 2023 
Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of DeepMind and CEO of Inflection AI, discusses his journey from community work to AI innovation. He delves into how personal experiences led him to redefine emotional intelligence in AI. The conversation explores the evolution of social media’s impact on human interaction and the development of the AI companion, Pi, designed to understand user preferences. Mustafa also shares insights on the exponential growth of AI capabilities and hints at the societal implications discussed in his upcoming book, The Coming Wave.
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Early Startup Experience
- Mustafa Suleyman's early work included a Muslim youth helpline following the 9/11 attacks.
- This experience served as his first startup, teaching him fundraising and the impact of direct service.
Negotiation and Facilitation
- Suleyman's consultancy involved facilitating negotiations for organizations like the UN, working on conflicts in various regions.
- This highlighted the importance of understanding diverse perspectives and the limitations of large-scale human processes.
Platforms and Frames
- Observing Facebook's rise, Suleyman realized platforms aren't neutral but shape behavior through design choices.
- He viewed this as a reframing of human connection akin to implicit expectations in societal structures.
