This Day in AI Podcast

EP82: Crazy Computer Use, Anthopic's Sonnet 3.5 (New) & the xAI Surprise

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Oct 25, 2024
Explore the quirky world of AI with a hilarious live experiment of ordering coffee through a computer program. Discover the new Claude 3.5 Sonnet model and its astonishing capabilities in automating tasks, enhancing user interaction, and managing complex operations. Delve into the advancements of digital agents and their potential to revolutionize everyday efficiency. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of AI usage, the competitive landscape, and exciting community initiatives aimed at promoting generative AI learning.
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ANECDOTE

Coffee Ordering Attempts

  • The hosts attempted to order coffee for Chris using Anthropic's computer use API and SimTheory's workspace computer.
  • The first attempt resulted in a single, undesirable coffee being ordered for a late delivery.
INSIGHT

Significance of Computer Use

  • Anthropic's computer use API isn't groundbreaking, as the underlying technology already existed.
  • Its significance lies in raising awareness and encouraging experimentation with AI's computer operation capabilities.
ADVICE

AI as an Army of Computers

  • Prepare for AI computer use to be more like commanding an army of computers.
  • Expect to act as the commander, delegating tasks and making strategic decisions.
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