AGI is Already Here, This is How I Know



AI Summary

  1. Current State of AI
    • Belief that we already have AGI as models can think, reason, and plan.
    • GPT-4.5 exhibits depth and awareness of context.
    • Capabilities include speaking, hearing, seeing, and touch; taste and smell are being developed.
  2. Capabilities of AI Models
    • Increasingly longer memory banks that allow models to utilize previous experiences.
    • AI can automate tasks from a mid-managerial level downward.
  3. Notable Developments
    • Google showcasing robotics using LLM to interact in novel environments.
    • Examples of tasks like basketball slam dunks with new contexts.
  4. Implications
    • AGI is close to deployment, with billions invested for widespread applications.
    • Models are learning faster, potentially at human speeds, allowing for rapid adaptation and updates.
  5. Future Considerations
    • Need for metacognition remains uncertain; implications of such abilities are under discussion.
    • Emphasis on understanding leverage in the market rather than specific task skills.
  6. Final Thoughts
    • Importance of foundational resources: community, intelligence, labor, energy, materials.
    • Preparing for a future with AI agents capable of extensive automation of jobs.
    • Encouragement to adapt and leverage technology effectively for a brighter future.