Pivot Meta's Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun Makes the Case for Open Source | On With Kara Swisher
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Dec 21, 2024 Meta's Yann LeCun discusses the immense potential and dangers of open-source AI models. He shares insights about the floods of investment in AI research and the complexities of regulation in this fast-evolving field. LeCun unpacks his bold social media stance on tech leaders and addresses ethical questions surrounding AI training data. The conversation navigates the balance between innovation and necessary safety measures, while also considering AI's vital role in fighting misinformation and hate speech.
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LeCun's Outspokenness
- Yann LeCun expressed his political views on social media, criticizing Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
- Despite his criticisms of Trump, Mark Zuckerberg dined at Mar-a-Lago.
LeCun's Move to Meta
- Yann LeCun joined Meta because of Mark Zuckerberg's vision for AI's impact.
- LeCun's conditions for joining were staying in New York, keeping his NYU job, and open-sourcing all research.
Government's Role in AI
- Avoid regulations that prohibit open-source AI platforms.
- Allocate government resources to provide computing power to academics.