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The AI-Robotics Revolution: Robots That Think Like LLMs

Jul 31, 2023
Discover Google's revolutionary RT-2 model, allowing robots to understand and follow complex instructions like never before. Uncover how AI is unlocking ancient antibiotics from Neanderthal DNA. Explore the exciting integration of AI into Dungeons & Dragons, sparking lively debates among gamers. Dive into innovative hackathons generating personal AI physicians and fact-checking tools, alongside new legislation aimed at ethical AI development. Plus, see how generative AI is transforming medical diagnosis while raising ethical debates about reliance on technology.
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INSIGHT

RT-2's Generalized Capabilities

  • Google's RT-2 model allows robots to understand generalized instructions, not just specific training data.
  • This advancement enables them to reason, interpret new commands, and even improvise, like choosing a tool or a drink.
ANECDOTE

Dinosaur Figurine Demonstration

  • In a demonstration, a robot picked up a dinosaur figurine after being told to "pick up the extinct animal".
  • This highlights RT-2's ability to connect language with real-world objects and concepts.
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AI in D&D

  • Hasbro plans to integrate AI into Dungeons & Dragons to enhance gameplay and streamline rules.
  • This has sparked controversy among some gamers who fear over-reliance on technology.
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