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20VC: Perplexity's Aravind Srinivas on Will Foundation Models Commoditise, Diminishing Returns in Model Performance, OpenAI vs Anthropic: Who Wins & Why the Next Breakthrough in Model Performance will be in Reasoning
Jun 5, 2024
Aravind Srinivas, Co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, shares his insights from prestigious stints at OpenAI, Google, and DeepMind. He delves into the next AI breakthrough in reasoning, questioning whether we are hitting diminishing returns on model performance. Aravind discusses the commoditization of foundation models, predicting shifts in the competitive landscape, and explores the challenges of monetizing AI services. With fascinating anecdotes about talent acquisition and high-quality data, he paints a vivid picture of the future of AI technology.
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- Model performance improvement requires real reasoning integration for progression.
- Scaling models may lead to diminishing returns, emphasizing data curation and efficient training.
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Models Evolving towards Real Reasoning Era
The progression of models from providing outputs to incorporating reasoning processes by receiving feedback, refining reasoning, and enhancing output is noted. Companies benefit from the advancement towards real reasoning, contributing to the evolution of models.
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