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20VC: Why Foundation Model Performance is Not Diminishing But Models Are Commoditising, Why Nvidia Will Enter the Model Space and Models Will Enter the Chip Space & The Right Business Model for AI Software with David Luan, Co-Founder @ Adept

Jun 24, 2024
David Luan, CEO of Adept and former VP at OpenAI, shares insights on the future of AI models. He explores the evolution of foundation models, predicts Nvidia's move into the model space, and discusses the potential commoditization of models. Luan also touches on the importance of improving reasoning and memory in AI systems and the impact of AI on organizational structures and pricing models.
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  • Foundation models show no signs of diminishing returns, with only a few key providers expected to dominate.
  • Nvidia likely to enter the model space for competitive advantage, emphasizing the importance of model commoditization.

Deep dives

Transition from Research Paper Writing to Solving Major Scientific Problems

The shift in AI focus post-Transformer era was highlighted, moving away from research paper writing towards solving major scientific problems. OpenAI's strategy of tackling significant scientific challenges was recognized early on, emphasizing problem-solving over publishing research papers.

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