The Retort AI Podcast The Retort's biggest AI stories of 2024
Dec 6, 2024
Tom and Nate debate the biggest AI stories of 2024, highlighting the pressing need for solid AI infrastructure. They dissect the realities of AI governance and the challenge of monopolies in tech, questioning the effectiveness of current regulations. Insights into the shift from GPT-3 to ChatGPT reveal cultural influences and environmental concerns of large language models. The conversation dives into the dynamics of Silicon Valley startups and the impact of recent acquisitions on innovation. Thanksgiving reflections add a personal touch to their discussions.
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AI's Biggest Story
- The biggest AI story of the year is the commitment of companies to building physical infrastructure.
- This infrastructure, like undersea cables and data centers, will have long-term impacts.
Nuclear Power for Data Centers
- Nuclear reactors are well-suited to power data centers due to their consistent power draw.
- Data centers' power consumption will significantly increase, potentially reaching 1-10% of US power usage.
Cynicism and Agency in AI
- Tom reflects on the cynical view that individual actions in AI governance may be less impactful than business incentives.
- He suggests focusing on finding unfilled roles or undervalued areas within the existing AI landscape.