Join Andy Hock and James Wang from Cerebras as they dive into the revolution of AI through wafer-scale silicon. They discuss the stunning launch of DeepSeek’s R1 model, which boasts budget-friendly efficiency compared to its predecessors. The pair explains how specialized chips are reshaping the AI landscape and driving ease of access. They touch on the pivotal role of open-source solutions in fostering innovation while analyzing how new technologies are prioritizing resource optimization over mere size expansion—heralding a significant shift in AI development.

Andy Hock, VP of Product at Cerebras Systems, discusses integrating AI into business models, societal implications of AI, trends in AI research, and advice for navigating the rapidly evolving field.

Natalia Vassilieva, Senior VP & Field CTO, and Andy Hock, VP of Product & Strategy, at Cerebras Systems, dive into the challenges and innovations in generative AI. They discuss the evolution of AI and the importance of specialized processors for robust performance. Key topics include strategies for optimizing neural networks using sparsity, cutting costs in model training and inference, and the balancing act between cloud and local hardware solutions. Together, they envision a future of AI that's not just powerful but also cost-effective and efficient.