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Gradient Dissent: Conversations on AI
DeepSeek, Stargate and AI's $600 Billion Question with Sequoia's David Cahn
Jan 28, 2025
David Cahn, a Partner at Sequoia Capital known for his expertise in AI investments, joins the discussion to unravel the latest AI trends. He explores the launch of DeepSeek and its impact on the AI landscape, emphasizing the shift towards smaller, more efficient models. Cahn contrasts the high stakes of AI infrastructure investments with the challenges of commoditization. He also delves into the intersection of AI and global supply chains, speculating on future breakthroughs and the relationship between AI technology and our understanding of consciousness.
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- The emergence of DeepSeek signifies a shift towards cheaper, smaller AI models that could rival larger systems like GPT-4.
- The contrasting strategies of DeepSeek and Stargate illustrate the debate between minimalism and large-scale investment in AI infrastructure.
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AI's Commoditization Trend
The discussion centers on the recent launch of DeepSeek, a smaller AI model that has captured attention due to its low training costs. This phenomenon suggests a potential commoditization of AI technology, indicating that smaller, less complex models are starting to rival larger ones like GPT-4. The insight reveals a shift in the industry where many companies are now able to match GPT-4's capabilities, especially with China's advancements in AI technology. This shift raises questions about the future of AI breakthroughs and whether ongoing improvements will emerge from continued advancements in model scaling.
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