Changelog Master Feed Full-duplex, real-time dialogue with Kyutai (Practical AI #298)
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Dec 4, 2024 
Alexandre Défossez, co-founder of Kyutai and scientist focused on real-time speech-to-speech AI, shares insights about their groundbreaking Moshi model that facilitates full-duplex communication. He highlights how Kyutai promotes open-source research in a vibrant French AI landscape. The discussion also delves into innovative audio datasets essential for enhancing text-to-speech systems and the distinction between nonprofit and for-profit AI initiatives. Alex provides a glimpse into the future of AI technologies, emphasizing the growing significance of collaboration in advancing the field.
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Kyutai's Mission
- Kyutai, a non-profit AI research lab in Paris, is funded by three donors, including Eric Schmidt.
- Its mission is open-source research and competing with large labs.
French AI Ecosystem
- France's strong engineering and math focus created fertile ground for AI, attracting companies like Facebook.
- This has fostered a growing independent AI ecosystem with startups and access to resources.
Open Science at Kyutai
- Open science involves explaining the research process, including mistakes and what was tried.
- It goes beyond releasing weights, aiming for transparency in training pipelines.