Air Street Press Street talk #1 - 6 December 2024
Dec 7, 2024
The podcast dives into the shifting landscape of the AI community, highlighting major debates over large language models. A key partnership between OpenAI and Anduril is discussed, showcasing exciting advancements in defense technology. Chess strategies also take the spotlight, as researchers from Google DeepMind combine language models with Monte Carlo Tree Search to tackle challenges in the game. This innovative approach signals a promising future for both AI development and strategic thinking.
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Double Standard in AI Discourse
- The AI community often criticizes Gary Marcus for downplaying LLMs.
- However, Andrej Karpathy receives praise for similar opinions due to nuanced arguments and a track record of accuracy.
O1's Protein Design Prowess
- Nathan tested OpenAI's O1 on protein design tasks with impressive results.
- This highlights the ongoing advancements in LLM capabilities and their potential in specialized fields.
Tech's Embrace of Defense
- OpenAI's defense partnership with Anduril signals a shift in the tech world's approach to defense.
- Other companies like Meta and Anthropic are also embracing defense collaborations.