This Day in AI Podcast EP85: Is AI Slowing Down?
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Nov 15, 2024 The discussion dives into whether AI is slowing down, exploring strategic shifts from major players like OpenAI and Google. It highlights the transition from flashy announcements to real-world applications that boost productivity. The impact of advanced automation is examined, especially how it can enhance human roles without outright replacement. Amusing anecdotes about AI multitasking illustrate its evolving capabilities. Lastly, there’s a critical look at AI safety debates, suggesting they may serve marketing purposes more than genuine concern.
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AI Slowdown or Tooling Up?
- People are discussing a potential AI slowdown, citing decreased model improvements and a shift towards enterprise applications.
- This "slowdown" may indicate a necessary focus on building tools and applications around existing models rather than solely pursuing rapid advancements.
Untapped Potential
- There's still untapped potential in existing AI models, and the focus should be on building tools and applications around them.
- The perceived "slowdown" is more of a shift towards application development, not a decline in AI's potential.
Workspace Computer Validates Prediction
- The hosts predicted last year that the focus would shift towards tooling.
- The recent release of their workspace computer has validated this prediction.