David Reich - How One Small Tribe Conquered the World 70,000 Years Ago
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Bigger Isn't Always Smarter
Increasing the size and complexity of AI models does not guarantee a corresponding increase in intelligence or capability. The comparison between human brains and those of other species, such as chimpanzees, highlights that significant growth in size does not necessarily equate to a proportional increase in performance. This suggests that while there may be value in advancing AI model sizes, the relationship between size and efficacy is complex and warrants careful consideration, potentially drawing parallels to anthropological and genetic developments in humans and their evolutionary journey.
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