Joris de Jong

1/ Today we’re proud to announce a partnership with @midjourney, to license their aesthetic technology for our future models and products, bringing beauty to billions.

Google’s new image editor, Gemini Flash 2.0 Experimental, is unreal. Built a quick prototype for a product image generator in just 1–2 hours. Imagine the products that are going to be built with this. I'll share the code later today.

Here's my conversation with Mark Zuckerberg, his 3rd time on the podcast, but this time we talked in the Metaverse as photorealistic avatars. This was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. It really felt like we were talking in-person, but we were miles apart 🤯 It's hard to put into words how awesome this was for someone like me who values the intimacy of in-person conversation. It gave me a glimpse of an exciting future with many new possibilities and fascinating questions about the nature of reality and human connection ❤ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:52 - Metaverse 15:27 - Quest 3 30:16 - Nature of reality 34:54 - AI in the Metaverse 51:51 - Large language models 57:49 - Future of humanity

AGI 2029 Netanyahu asks "What are we gonna do when people don't have jobs and shell out money for them" Elon answers "What's bad in living in paradise? It's the concept of heaven..." As Bill Murley often says, the gap between San Francisco and Washington is a whopping 2,851 miles. That's not just physical distance; it's a metaphor for how far apart the tech world and the political sphere can be. I carry the "e/acc" label proudly. I'm more interested in accelerating progress than in slowing it down with endless talks about safety. There are immediate problems that AI could be tackling, but instead, we're stuck in this back-and-forth about regulations and safety protocols. But if you've interacted with AI agents like @babyAGI_, @CamelAIOrg, @_superAGI or even platforms like @replicate, @huggingface and @wandb, you know that the concept of the singularity doesn't seem so far off. In the following roundtable discussion, prominent figures like @elonmusk, @gdb of @OpenAI, Max Tegmark from @MIT and @netanyahu tackle a wide array of topics. They delve into the complexities of hedonism in the AI context, assess risks in the job market, explore the singularity and AGI, and underscore the importance of human. If you're focused on understanding AI's long-term impact and implications, this is a conversation you can't afford to overlook. I'll distill the key takeaways for you here: The Transformative Power of AI: A Double-Edged Sword Greg Brockman emphasized the responsibility that comes with advancing AI. He highlighted the importance of steering AI in a positive direction, one that benefits humanity as a whole. On the other hand, Max Tegmark echoed this sentiment, stating that AI could be both a blessing and a curse. He stressed the need for mainstreaming AI safety through grants, conferences and other programs. Economic and Political Reconfigurations: The AI Impact The panel unanimously agrees that while the free market is a catalyst for technological growth, the unchecked monopolization of AI could be detrimental. As Brockman puts it, "If we passively wait for the future to happen without taking action, it is likely that humans will go extinct." AI, Society, and the Future of Work Advances in AI could redefine security protocols, solve persistent bugs and even free up human time. Yet, this might worsen societal inequalities and necessitate new frameworks like Universal Basic Income to counterbalance the shifting landscape of work and production. The AI Utopia: A Glimpse into the Future The roundtable also explores the utopian future AI could potentially create—a world of abundance and possibly even indefinite life. However, they caution that this best-case scenario is not a guarantee. The human race stands at a crossroads where the decisions made today could either lead to a utopian future or tip the scales toward catastrophic outcomes. A Vision for Humanity: Guided by "The Singularity is Near" Netanyahu brings Ray Kurzweil's book "The Singularity is Near" by supporting its vision of a future where AI and human intelligence merge. The panel argues that while the exact details of this future are hard to pin down, the possibilities could range from material abundance to elevated human experiences. Neurolink: The AI-Human Symbiosis Elon Musk suggests that while @neuralink might not be ready before the advent of Artificial General Intelligence (#AGI), it could serve as a bridge between human cognition and AI. Such a high-bandwidth interface could serve as a fail-safe against potential AI threats and enhance human abilities. A Responsive and Proactive Approach to AI They also emphasize the need for humanity to be as "proactive and responsive as sunlight" in the face of AI's potential. The genuine vision of a positive future in a post-AGI world is challenging to conceptualize, given that it requires a transformative shift that surpasses our existing perceptions of human existence. "For us to really seize this human agency and work together, we need a shared positive vision, and Elon Musk has the guts to talk about audacious positive visions for the future." Just as unsupervised learning seeks to tap into the untouched potential of raw, unlabeled data, humans need to keep pace with AI advancements. Otherwise, we risk being outsmarted and possibly even replaced. Setting Boundaries: The Regulatory Imperative Finally, the discussion concludes with a consensus on the necessity of regulatory oversight. Elon Musk calls for AI companies to meet safety standards, akin to the biotech industry. The panel also highlights the need for international collaboration and a shared positive vision for AI, even pointing out that countries like China are taking regulatory steps seriously. The Time to Act is Now If this discussion teaches us anything, it's that the future of AI is being shaped by the choices we make today. From a libertarian and effective accelerationist perspective, the panel's insights can be viewed as a pragmatic guide for individuals and organizations to navigate the complex terrain of AI and technology. Rather than waiting for top-down directives, these insights empower us to take personal responsibility in shaping an ethical, efficient and economically viable future. This aligns with the principles of maximizing the freedom and accelerating technological progress for societal betterment. So, if you're smart enough to think about AI, this post is well worth your attention. If you found this discussion summary insightful, don't keep it to yourself—share it with your friends and network! For more insights on AI, make sure to follow me @youraimarketer.