Beyond Imitation: The Potential for Insight in AI

Next token prediction, when executed at a high level, can transcend mere imitation of human behavior. A sufficiently advanced neural network could theoretically extrapolate actions from an idealized entity, even if such a person with ultimate insight does not exist. This capability hinges on the ability of the neural net to understand the deeper realities that underlie human actions rather than just replicating statistical patterns. Effectively, a robust model doesn't only capture what has happened but interprets the contextual factors that generate statistical data, thereby grasping the essence of reality that informs token generation.