Episodes
Busy day in the world of leading LLM labs. Anthropic announced a much anticipated iOS app, as well as a new teams subscription. OpenAI's Sam Altman also continues with a mini media tour where he made clear how committed to beneficial AGI he is. ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass...
Published 05/02/24
Six months after the Biden administration issued a historic executive order on artificial intelligence, this update explores the progress and actions completed. With a focus on safety, security, and harnessing AI for societal benefits, the U.S. government has initiated several steps to responsibly integrate AI into various sectors. From forming an AI safety board to developing frameworks for AI risks in biological materials and infrastructure, discover how these efforts aim to shape a secure...
Published 05/02/24
Explore the buzz surrounding a mysterious AI model dubbed "GPT-2 Chatbot" recently spotted on a benchmarking site. Speculation is rife that it might be an unreleased version of OpenAI's technology, possibly GPT-4.5 or even GPT-5.  ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it...
Published 05/01/24
Explore the widespread backlash against the newly established Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board by the Department of Homeland Security in this episode of AI Breakdown. This board has drawn criticism from various factions within the AI community, from safety advocates to accelerationists, all of whom are concerned about the potential for regulatory capture and the board's composition. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month...
Published 04/30/24
A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/03/19/artificial-intelligence-workers-regulation-musk/ ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3....
Published 04/27/24
Explore the strategic reasoning behind X AI's massive $6 billion fundraising effort in this episode of AI Breakdown. As Elon Musk's company gears up to develop Grok, this financing positions X AI at a colossal $24 billion valuation post-funding. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual...
Published 04/26/24
Moderna's integration of ChatGPT across its entire organization marks a significant shift in corporate AI utilization, aiming to enhance productivity and innovation in various departments. This deal not only bolsters ChatGPT's reach into the enterprise sector but also exemplifies how AI can revolutionize traditional business processes, from drug discovery and regulatory compliance to optimizing manufacturing efficiencies ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25%...
Published 04/26/24
Explore the implications of Perplexity's recent valuation surge in today's episode of AI Breakdown. Delving into the $62.7 million funding round led by high-profile investors, this analysis reveals what unicorn status means for the AI industry and venture capital trends. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year...
Published 04/25/24
Explore the rapidly evolving world of AI agents in this episode of AI Breakdown. Discover how Microsoft is spearheading projects to automate complex tasks such as client invoicing, while OpenAI advances in enabling desktop automation with minimal human input. This discussion highlights the potential for AI agents to dramatically increase enterprise investment and revolutionize the software industry. Insights into practical and theoretical developments reveal a future where intelligent,...
Published 04/23/24
Some dramatic discourse from the former Fox journalist, plus Drake uses AI Snoop and Tupac in a diss track, and people are really, really into Llama 3. ** Join NLW's May Cohort on Superintelligent. Use code nlwmay for 25% off your first month and to join the special learning group. https://besuper.ai/ ** Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto,...
Published 04/22/24
A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.ft.com/content/8af1f467-2953-4cbc-a336-4c92c92e6792 and https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-16/ai-is-a-humongous-electricity-hog-and-the-environment-can-benefit?sref=qUxVp6JU ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event...
Published 04/20/24
Boston Dynamics has unveiled a new version of their Atlas robot, showcasing advanced mobility with unconventional joint movements, capturing widespread attention. This innovation highlights the evolving capabilities of robotics, challenging traditional designs and extending potential applications. In the broader robotics industry, Figure has secured substantial investment for their A1 humanoid robot, enhancing interaction through AI, while Tesla's Optimus remains a key player awaiting...
Published 04/19/24
Meta has released the first of its Llama 3 models, enhancing the landscape of open-source large language models. These models, including the initial 8B and 70B versions, promise advanced capabilities and integration into Meta's consumer products, solidifying Meta's commitment to leading in AI innovation. The release indicates Meta's strategic push to compete in the open-source domain and extend these high-level AI functionalities through Meta AI across its platforms, setting a new standard...
Published 04/18/24
Today's episode explores the state of artificial intelligence through Stanford University's AI Index, which distills key insights into 13 charts. The report highlights the growth of open-source AI models, the performance gap between open and closed-source models, and the industry's dominance in AI development. It also discusses the soaring costs of training high-performance AI models and the significant U.S. lead in AI development over other countries. This summary provides a snapshot of...
Published 04/17/24
Microsoft's $1.5 billion investment in UAE-based AI company G42 represents a strategic geopolitical move, enhancing its Azure cloud integration across finance, healthcare, and education sectors. This partnership grants Microsoft a board seat, deepening its involvement in G42's operations. Amidst U.S.-China tensions, this deal also underscores efforts by U.S. officials to pivot G42's alliances away from Chinese influences, highlighting the critical role of AI in global strategic...
Published 04/16/24
Critiques of Humane, a new launch from Limitless (i.e. Rewind), plus Meta is (supposedly) sharing two Llama 3 models this week. ** Get your free NetSuite KPI Checklist - https://netsuite.com/breakdown CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown...
Published 04/15/24
A discussion inspired by https://www.oneusefulthing.org/p/what-just-happened-what-is-happening ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the...
Published 04/13/24
Apple's unveiling of the M4 chip aims to rejuvenate its Mac lineup with enhanced AI capabilities, following a 27% sales drop. Intel introduces the Gaudi 3 chip, challenging NVIDIA's H100 with claims of 50% faster performance. Google and Meta intensified the race with new AI chips, Axion and MTIA, for improved data center operations. Amazon is developing AI-specific chips, while the Biden administration boosts U.S. chip manufacturing with significant Chips Act grants to TSMC, emphasizing the...
Published 04/12/24
This week witnessed the introduction of five notable AI models, highlighting the field's swift advancements. Udio emerged as a standout music generator, rivaling the previously leading Suno. Updates and new releases included Mixtral 8×22B, Google's publicly available Gemini 1.5 Pro with enhanced features, OpenAI's improved GPT-4 Turbo, and anticipated versions of Meta's Llama 3. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT...
Published 04/11/24
AI's impact on the workforce is substantial, with executives predicting that up to 60% of jobs could be affected, leading to potentially 12 million fewer jobs in the U.S. alone by 2030. Despite this, 47% of executives feel their workforce is unprepared for AI integration, and 65% of Gen Z employees believe they lack the necessary AI skills. ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps...
Published 04/11/24
Inspired by a recent essay by Niall Ferguson, NLW discusses 8 questions on the future of AI. https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-07/deepfakes-energy-china-war-and-elections-ai-politics-is-here?srnd=undefined&sref=qUxVp6JU ** Be the first to learn about our new AI education platform: https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown...
Published 04/09/24
The New York Times alleges AI companies, including OpenAI and Google, may bypass their own policies on data use, potentially scraping YouTube and other platforms for training AI systems. This has raised questions about copyright compliance and the ethical implications of sourcing massive datasets required for AI development. The urgency stems from a possible data shortage by 2026, pushing these companies into moral gray areas to maintain competitiveness. ** Be the first to learn about our new...
Published 04/08/24
A reading and discussion inspired by: https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/views/2024/04/04/call-action-address-inequity-ai-access-opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/01/business/ai-tech-economy.html ** Be the first to learn about our new AI education platform: https://besuper.ai/ ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI.  Subscribe to The AI Breakdown...
Published 04/06/24
A study by MIT and Cornell showed that debating with GPT-4 reduced believers' confidence in conspiracy theories by 20%. Participants engaged in text conversations with GPT-4, which presented tailored counter-evidence, significantly decreasing conspiratorial beliefs. The effect persisted over months and worked across various conspiracy theories, highlighting GPT-4's potential for positive impacts and the importance of responsible use due to its persuasive power. Today's Episode Brought to You...
Published 04/05/24