81 | AI summit at MIT - I took notes for you at Imagination in Action this week and more AI news for week April 20

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Apr 20, 2024

AI summit at MIT showcased cutting-edge advancements in AI with a focus on Meta's Llama 3 model surpassing its predecessor. Meta introduces open-source AI tools and enhances AI safety features. Future plans include longer context window and multi-modal version. The podcast explores AI in drug discovery, open source AI, entrepreneurial spirit in AI, and AI's impact on the movie industry.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Advancements in AI Technologies and Ethical Considerations

02:18 • 16min

two companies developing innovative chip design for AI systems

17:57 • 3min

Revolutionizing Medicine Through AI in Drug Discovery

21:03 • 5min

importance of open source AI, entrepreneurial spirit in AI world, and impact of AI tools on the movie industry

26:00 • 3min

The Future of AI in the Movie Industry

28:42 • 6min

Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Imagination in Action summit at MIT, an experience that was nothing short of exhilarating. As leaders from across the globe presented their cutting-edge advancements, the leap from theoretical AI to real-world applications was not just visible; it was solid.

The summit underscored how essential human collaboration is, despite—or perhaps because of—our deep dive into the digital age.

Meanwhile, here are some of the news highlights of the week:

Meta's Llama 3 Model Release: Meta has launched two new versions of its Llama model, boasting significant improvements in reasoning and code generation capabilities. The standout feature is that the 8 billion parameters model surpasses its predecessor's 70 billion model in performance.
Open Source AI Tools: These new models are available on major platforms like AWS, Databricks, Google Cloud, and more, emphasizing Meta's commitment to open-source development.
Enhanced AI Safety Features: With tools like Llama Guard, Code Shield, and CyberSec Eval, Meta is enhancing the security framework around its AI models.
Upcoming Enhancements: Meta plans to introduce features like a longer context window and a multi-modal version with over 400 billion parameters in the coming months.

Let's continue to focus on how AI can serve humanity, pushing the boundaries of what's possible while grounding our efforts in ethical practices. The future is here, and it's a collaborative effort.

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