Air Street Press Street talk #1 - 13 December 2024
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Dec 13, 2024 Delve into the surprising challenges of AI investment as General Motors pulls the plug on its autonomous vehicle venture, Cruise, amid safety worries. The contrast between high hopes for AI and human capabilities raises intriguing questions. Explore the tug-of-war between nimble startups and lumbering giants that stifles innovation. There's also a look at the alarming use of Western tech in military contexts and the fierce competition among top players like Google DeepMind and OpenAI, revealing the evolving landscape of AI advancement.
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GM Shuts Down Cruise
- General Motors shut down its self-driving car subsidiary, Cruise, after investing $9 billion.
- This happened after a Cruise vehicle injured a pedestrian, highlighting the slim margin for error with AI.
High Bar for AI
- AI systems are held to higher safety standards than humans.
- The margin for error in AI is very small, regardless of whether it's technically safer.
Beware of Corporations
- Beware of large corporations acquiring startups.
- Their initial enthusiasm might not last, and they may abandon projects when facing challenges.