How Fei-Fei Li Is Rebuilding AI for the Real World



AI Summary

In this enlightening episode, a16z General Partner Erik Torenberg moderates a discussion with Fei-Fei Li, the cofounder and CEO of World Labs, alongside Martin Casado from a16z. They delve into the importance of spatial intelligence in artificial intelligence, emphasizing that the future of AI relies not just on text understanding but on comprehending the physical 3D world. Fei-Fei, often recognized as the ‘godmother of AI’, shares insights on why her new venture prioritizes this critical yet overlooked aspect of AI.

The conversation covers various topics including the evolution of AI, the challenges of building world models, and the limitations of current language models. With personal anecdotes and technical insights, the discussion examines the implications of embodied AI and what it means to foster intelligence in both real and virtual environments. Key timestamps mark highlights of the video, from reflections on AI’s past to visions for its future.