The Vergecast They think they’re building God
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Sep 24, 2024 
Kylie Robison, an AI reporter, dives into OpenAI's new reasoning model, o1, discussing its implications for AI ethics and commercialization. Gaby Del Valle brings insights into the TikTok ban challenges, balancing national security with free speech. Adi Robertson tackles the chaos surrounding Trump’s crypto venture and the ongoing Google ad tech trial, highlighting transparency issues. Together, they explore the tension between technological advancements and regulatory scrutiny in today's fast-paced tech landscape.
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Incremental AI Improvements
- OpenAI's new models improve incrementally, raising the question of when these changes significantly impact user experience.
- There is constant leapfrogging between Google, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta, creating rapid advancements.
OpenAI's New Direction
- OpenAI's O1 model differs by focusing on reasoning, potentially changing how models work and are used.
- This new direction is both promising and concerning.
O1: A Reasoning Model
- O1 is OpenAI's "reasoning" model, aiming to improve performance on complex tasks like math and coding.
- It represents a step towards OpenAI's vision of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).