The Gradient: Perspectives on AI
Azeem Azhar: The Exponential View
May 9, 2024
Entrepreneur and technology analyst Azeem Azhar discusses the speed of progress in AI, historical context for tech terminology, and envisioning our future. Topics include Moore's Law, investment in scaling, uses of AGI, and cultural affordances in AI systems.
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- Technological advancements show consistent exponential growth and decline in costs, impacting various domains.
- Evolving concept of general intelligence and educational implications of advanced AI models like LLMs.
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The Evolution of Technology and Exponential Growth
Various technological advancements, such as Moore's Law and improvements in computing power, have shown consistent exponential growth and decline in costs over decades. This trend extends beyond computing to domains like the cost of lithium ion batteries and genetic material sequencing. The speaker reflects on the history of technology growth since the 90s, highlighting the impact of Moore's Law and the continuous reduction in costs across various technologies. Despite recent advancements, discussions arise about potential limitations in achieving transformative AI and sustained exponential growth.
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