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artificial-intelligence2 years ago

The AI World's Buzz: Q, OpenAI, Sam Altman, and CEO Chaos

OpenAI's recent power struggle was further complicated by the revelation of a supposed breakthrough called "Q-Star" or "Q*," which allegedly enabled an AI agent to perform grade-school-level math. The discovery was cited as a factor leading to the ousting of OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman. However, details about the program remain undisclosed, leaving room for speculation. Q-learning, a subcategory of reinforced learning, is speculated to be involved in this breakthrough. Experts remain skeptical about AI's ability to solve math problems reliably, and it is unclear if this development will lead to broader advancements in artificial general intelligence (AGI). Meanwhile, Altman has remained tight-lipped about the power struggle, stating that an independent review is underway. In other news, Israel is reportedly using AI to identify suspected Palestinian militants, Elon Musk made vague comments about AI copyright issues, and Cruise, the GM-owned robotaxi company, is facing challenges and scaling back investments.

via Gizmodo|
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artificial-intelligence2 years ago

OpenAI Staff Warned Board of AI Breakthrough Threatening Humanity Before CEO Ouster

OpenAI staff reportedly warned the board about a potential AI breakthrough named Q* that could pose a threat to humanity, leading to Sam Altman's ouster as CEO. The discovery involved AI solving grade school level mathematics, raising concerns about the fast-paced commercialization of the technology. Altman referenced Q* at a summit before his dismissal, and he has since been reinstated after staff threatened to mutiny. The existence of the Q* project was acknowledged by OpenAI's CTO in an internal memo, but the organization declined to comment further. The fear is that such breakthroughs could pave the way for artificial general intelligence (AGI) that surpasses human capabilities and potentially views humanity as a threat.

via Fortune|
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technology2 years ago

OpenAI Staff Warned of 'Dangerous' AI Tool, Prompting CEO Ouster

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was fired by the board of directors following a letter from staff researchers warning of a powerful AI discovery that could pose a threat to humanity. The letter, which discussed an AI algorithm called Q* (pronounced Q-Star), was seen as a catalyst for Altman's dismissal. The researchers claimed that Q* had the potential to be a breakthrough in OpenAI's search for artificial general intelligence (AGI). While the capabilities of Q* have not been independently verified, the progress made by the algorithm in solving mathematical problems has raised optimism among researchers.

via NDTV|
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technology2 years ago

"AI Discovery Unveils Threat to Humanity, Leading to Sam Altman's Ouster: Sources"

OpenAI staff researchers sent a letter to the board of directors warning of a powerful artificial intelligence discovery that could pose a threat to humanity, leading to the ousting of CEO Sam Altman. The letter, which Reuters was unable to review, was cited as one factor among a longer list of grievances that resulted in Altman's firing. The discovery, known as Q*, is believed to be a potential breakthrough in OpenAI's search for superintelligence. While the capabilities of Q* have not been independently verified, it has shown promise in solving certain mathematical problems.

via New York Post |
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technology2 years ago

"Sam Altman's Ouster at OpenAI: Letter to Board Reveals AI Breakthrough"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was ousted from his position after staff researchers sent a letter to the board of directors warning about a powerful artificial intelligence discovery that could pose a threat to humanity. The letter, which discussed an AI algorithm called Q* (pronounced Q-Star), was seen as a catalyst for Altman's removal. The researchers claimed that Q* had the potential to be a breakthrough in OpenAI's search for artificial general intelligence (AGI). While the capabilities of Q* have not been independently verified, its progress in solving certain mathematical problems has made researchers optimistic about its future success.

via CNBC|
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technology2 years ago

"Sam Altman's Ouster at OpenAI: Letter to Board Reveals AI Breakthrough"

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was ousted from the company after several staff researchers sent a letter to the board of directors warning about a powerful artificial intelligence discovery that could pose a threat to humanity. The letter, which discussed an AI algorithm called Q* (pronounced Q-Star), was seen as a catalyst for Altman's removal. The researchers claimed that Q* had the potential to be a breakthrough in OpenAI's search for artificial general intelligence (AGI). Altman's firing led to over 700 employees threatening to quit and join Microsoft in solidarity. The capabilities of Q* have not been independently verified.

via Reuters|
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entertainment2 years ago

SAG-AFTRA and Studios Continue Negotiations Amid AI Breakthrough

Negotiations between SAG-AFTRA and the studios are entering the final phase as they aim to end the 117-day actors guild strike. A breakthrough was achieved on the topic of AI, with strong protection language in place. The parties are set to meet today to discuss AI guardrails and minimum rates. The studios have shown willingness to alter their proposal on AI, providing more project-specific protections and compensations to performers. The outcome of the meeting will determine if the strike will come to an end.

via Deadline|
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artificial-intelligence2 years ago

AI Neural Network Achieves Human-Like Language Generalization and Intelligence Capture

Scientists have developed a neural network with the ability to generalize language, similar to humans. The AI system performs well in incorporating newly learned words into existing vocabulary and using them in different contexts, a key aspect of human cognition known as systematic generalization. This breakthrough could lead to more natural interactions between machines and humans. The neural network's performance surpassed that of the chatbot ChatGPT, which converses in a human-like manner but struggles with systematic generalization. The study demonstrates the potential for neural networks to emulate human cognition and improve language processing in AI systems.

via Nature.com|
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