Today, Explained

We don’t know how AI works…

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Sep 1, 2023
Explore the mysterious world of artificial intelligence, where researchers admit they don't fully understand how their creations like ChatGPT operate. Discover the evolution from chess to complex games like Go, spotlighting pivotal moments that shook conventional strategies. Delve into AI's unpredictable nature, including its impressive capabilities and surprising limitations. The discussion highlights real-world implications, such as legal mishaps, while teasing upcoming entertainment and insights into making AI more comprehensible.
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ANECDOTE

Kasparov vs. Deep Blue

  • Gary Kasparov, chess champion, initially dismissed Deep Blue's rigid approach.
  • He lost to Deep Blue in a rematch, highlighting AI's surprising potential.
INSIGHT

Deep Blue's Limitations

  • Deep Blue's predictability led some to question its intelligence.
  • True intelligence was believed to require more than just evaluating pre-written rules.
ANECDOTE

AlphaGo's Move 37

  • AlphaGo made an unexpected move (move 37) against Lee Sedol.
  • This risky move demonstrated that unexplainable AI could outperform human understanding.
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