Big Technology Podcast Meta's Big Llama 3 Release, Google's New Culture, MKBHD vs. Humane
Apr 19, 2024
Alex Heath, Deputy Editor of The Verge and tech reporter known for his insights, joins the discussion on several hot topics. They dive into Meta's Llama 3 release and its integration challenges within social media. The risks of open-sourcing AI models are examined, especially during sensitive times. The conversation shifts to a cultural transformation at Google following the dismissal of protesting employees. They also consider the ethics of tech reviews, questioning if product reviewers should adopt a kinder approach when addressing shortcomings.
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Meta's AI Strategy
- Meta is using its massive distribution network to compete with ChatGPT.
- They aim to integrate AI assistants into social media, but user adoption is uncertain.
AI in Messaging Apps
- Meta's messaging apps are becoming more important than the main Facebook app.
- A conversational AI could fit naturally within messaging platforms.
Meta AI Adoption
- Meta employees reportedly don't use the Meta AI assistant much.
- Meta is aggressively pushing the assistant by integrating it into high-traffic surfaces like Facebook's feed and Instagram's search bar.