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TED Talks Daily

The next grand challenge for AI | Jim Fan

Feb 9, 2024
Jim Fan, a pioneering researcher, introduces the concept of the 'foundation agent'—an AI that can navigate both the virtual and physical realms. He discusses the future of AI in gaming with intriguing examples like Minecraft, where AI learns and evolves. The potential of the Voyager project and the Metamorph initiative reveals how robots could be seamlessly controlled. Fan also addresses the ethical challenges AI faces and emphasizes the importance of innovation and collaboration to tackle future societal impacts.
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