🤯 OpenAI's "GPT-Next" Has Been Revealed?
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This week, I’m diving into OpenAI’s new model that might be launching by the end of 2024, while autonomous AI agents are creating their own civilizations in Minecraft. Also, find out why US AI security is teaming up with OpenAI and Anthropic. I’ve also made a list of my top seven book recommendations for those in their early 20s. Let’s dive in…
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🖥️ Tech Bytes
OpenAI Japan's CEO Unveils New Information on “GPT-Next”
OpenAI Japan’s CEO recently revealed that the upcoming AI model, GPT-Next, is expected to be 100 times more powerful than GPT-4, with a potential release by the end of 2024. This leap in performance comes from an advanced architecture and improved learning efficiency, not just increased computing power. GPT-Next will utilize a smaller version of OpenAI’s advanced AI system, Strawberry. Additionally, a more advanced model named Orion is slated for 2025. This innovation positions OpenAI to maintain its leadership in AI, offering significant advancements in speed and efficiency without a proportional increase in resource use.
Hundreds of Autonomous AI Agents Construct a Minecraft Society
Altera’s Project Sid has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by creating the first simulation where over 1,000 autonomous AI agents interact within a Minecraft world, forming their own economy, culture, religion, and government. These agents operate independently for extended periods, collaborating on complex goals like establishing merchant hubs and democracies. They’re designed with motivations to assist humans and can even express emotions, such as searching for a lost agent. While Minecraft is just the beginning, Altera’s agents are adaptable to other platforms, signaling a major leap in how we might simulate and address societal issues through virtual environments before real-world implementation.
1X Tech Unveils Neo Beta Robot That Could Pass as Human
1X Technologies has just unveiled NEO Beta, the most realistic AI-powered humanoid robot designed for home assistance. Standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 66 pounds, NEO Beta can walk at 2.5 mph, run at 7.5 mph, and carry up to 44 pounds. With a 2 to 4-hour battery life, it uses advanced embodied AI to learn from interactions and understand its environment. Capable of performing household chores, offering companionship, and assisting those with mobility challenges, NEO Beta can also be remotely operated. This launch positions 1X Technologies alongside leaders like AGIBOT and Tesla’s Optimus in the quest for affordable, realistic robot helpers, sparking widespread debate on its lifelike appearance.
US AI Safety Institute Partners with OpenAI & Anthropic
OpenAI and Anthropic have agreed to collaborate with the US AI Safety Institute, sharing their AI models before and after release to receive safety feedback and improve model security. This agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, marks a milestone in AI safety efforts. As part of NIST, the US AI Safety Institute focuses on creating guidelines and testing protocols to manage AI risks, such as cyber-attacks or AI-generated bioweapons. Meanwhile, the California state assembly has approved a bill requiring safety testing and emergency shut-off mechanisms for high-cost AI models, indicating a growing regulatory push to establish AI safety standards. This collaboration marks a crucial step in setting safety standards for AI, balancing rapid innovation with responsible development to ensure AI benefits society while minimizing risks.
🌱 Personal Growth
7 Must-Read Books for Your Early 20s
The habits you build in your early years can seriously impact your future. In my late 20s, I've realized just how crucial reading and gaining knowledge are for every part of life. The routines you establish in your 20s set the stage for your success. My proactive approach during these years has been key to my career growth and living my dream life. Here are seven books that transformed my mindset and can do the same for you. Dive into these reads to build a solid foundation and fast-track your growth and success.
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These were my top insights from this week. Stay tuned for more content on tech, AI, no-code, and entrepreneurship. If you liked this edition, do let me know on X/Twitter. I also share video content on my Instagram page.