Artificial General Intelligence, RLHF’s application in AI, and how entrepreneurs can enter the AI industry: Meta’s AI Research Scientist Thomas Scialom gives us behind-the-scenes insights into developing Llama 2 and what’s in the works for Llama 3. With host Jon Krohn, he discusses the future of Artificial General Intelligence, why the Galactica science-focused LLM was taken down, and what he learned from it.

This episode is brought to you by AWS Inferentia (https://go.aws/3zWS0au), by Grafbase (https://grafbase.com), the unified data layer, and by Modelbit (https://modelbit.com), for deploying models in seconds. Interested in sponsoring a SuperDataScience Podcast episode? Visit JonKrohn.com/podcast for sponsorship information.

In this episode you will learn:
• Llama 2: Behind the Scenes of Today’s Top Open-Source LLM [05:04]
• Responsible use of Llama 2 [15:26]
• Toolformer: LLM That Learns How to Use External Tools [24:57]
• Galactica: The Science-Specific LLM and Why It Was Brought Down [36:57]
• Is AGI Around the Corner? [57:03]
• Advice for AI entrepreneurs [1:05:46]
• How Thomas develops and manages large-scale AI projects [1:14:42]

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713: Llama 2, Toolformer and BLOOM: Open-Source LLMs with Meta's Dr. Thomas Scialom

Llama 3.1 is here, and it’s a game-changer. Meta’s latest AI model, especially the massive 405B variant, finally brings an open-source option to compete with giants like OpenAI's GPT-4o and Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet. While Meta didn’t fully open-source everything, the availability of "open weights" is a strategic move to shake up the AI landscape. The model boasts an impressive 128,000-token context window and multilingual support in eight languages. Meta is also focusing on responsible AI development with tools like Llama Guard 3 for content moderation. This release is more than just a tech upgrade—it's about democratizing AI and sparking innovation across industries. How will you leverage Llama 3.1 to make a real impact? Tune into this week’s FMF episode and let’s explore the future with this latest AI development together.

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806: Llama 3.1 405B: The First Open-Source Frontier LLM

Hello and welcome to AI Tech News Today! It is September twenty-four, twenty twenty-four, and we have some exciting news from the world of Artificial Intelligence. Let’s jump right in!

celeb voices coming to Meta. Meta has revealed that it will soon introduce celebrity voices to its ChatGPT-like chatbot called Meta AI. Users will be able to converse with AI replicas of celebrities such as Judi Dench, Kristen Bell, and John Cena. Mark Zuckerberg even shared a promo video where he chats with a John Cena bot. This feature is expected to launch this week for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp users in the United States and other English-speaking countries. Finally, your dreams of chit-chatting with a Hollywood star might just come true!

openAI empowers global developers. OpenAI has launched the OpenAI Academy, a new initiative aimed at providing training and technical guidance to developers in middle to low-income countries. This program will also offer one million dollars in API credits to help these developers tackle various challenges across sectors like healthcare, education, and agriculture. While the intention is to make AI technology more accessible, critics argue it may create dependencies on OpenAI's solutions. Which side of the debate are you on?

openAI in crypto breach. Uh-oh! OpenAI’s newsroom account on social media platform X has fallen victim to a cryptocurrency scam. The scammers promoted a fake cryptocurrency called "OpenAI" and created a counterfeit website asking users to connect their cryptocurrency wallets. This is not the first time OpenAI has been targeted by such scams, raising concerns about security on the platform. So, if you see something suspicious, remember: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!

how to become an AI consultant. If you’re looking to break into the booming AI consulting market—predicted to grow from six point nine billion dollars today to fifty-four point seven billion dollars by twenty thirty-two—there's good news! A new program called the AI Consultancy Project is offering training to aspiring AI consultants. Participants will learn essential tools to find clients and provide top-notch services. Who knows? You could be landing your first AI client in as little as three days!

That wraps up today’s headlines. As technology rapidly evolves, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence. Make sure to keep tuning in to AI Tech News Today for all the updates you need! Thanks for listening, and we’ll catch you next time!

Meta to Launch Celebrity Voices in AI Chatbot, OpenAI Academy Supports Global Developers, and Tips for Aspiring AI Consultants

Hello and welcome to AI Tech News Today! I'm Aurora, here to share the latest happenings in the world of artificial intelligence as of September twenty-sixth, twenty twenty-four. Buckle up; it’s time to dive into some exciting headlines.

Meta Connect twenty twenty-four: the big reveal.
Meta has unveiled its latest innovations at the Meta Connect event, showcasing the Orion augmented reality glasses and the Quest three S headset. The Orion glasses promise to integrate seamlessly with daily life, featuring an array of applications from productivity to gaming. Meanwhile, the Quest three S headset boasts enhanced graphics and comfort, sure to appeal to both developers and gamers alike. And let’s not forget the significant upgrades to Meta AI, which continue to impress with improved natural language processing capabilities.

OpenAI CTO resigns after six years: what’s next?
In a surprising turn, Mira Murati, Chief Technology Officer at OpenAI, has announced her resignation after over six years with the company. Murati stated her intention to pursue personal projects, leaving many to speculate how this could impact OpenAI's trajectory as it continues to dominate the artificial intelligence landscape.

OpenAI's Chief Research Officer also steps down.
Just hours after Murati’s departure, OpenAI's Chief Research Officer, Bob McGrew, and Vice President of Research, Barret Zoph, called it quits as well. With such a significant reshuffling of leadership, one has to wonder: is it a sign of a new direction for OpenAI, or is it simply time for a fresh start?

OpenAI transitions from non-profit to for-profit corporation.
In a bold move, OpenAI is restructuring from a non-profit to a for-profit benefit corporation. This shift is expected to attract more investment, potentially valuing the organization at an astonishing one hundred fifty billion dollars. It raises questions about the implications this may have for the technology they develop and the ethical responsibility they carry.

AI chatbot Bridget to give stock advice: a game-changer in investing?
In the world of finance, an Israeli startup has received approval to launch "Bridget," an AI chatbot designed to offer stock-picking advice. This could be a groundbreaking development for retail investors, allowing them to leverage AI technology for smarter investment decisions. But, will it lead to more informed investing or just more market noise? Only time will tell!

That wraps up today's news. Staying informed is crucial in the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, so make sure to keep tuning in for the latest updates! Thanks for listening, and we’ll catch you next time!

Meta Unveils Game-Changing Augmented Reality Innovations as OpenAI Sees Major Leadership Changes and Shifts to For-Profit Model

Llama 3.2 brings a new era of AI innovation with lightweight models tailored for on-device applications and powerful vision models for handling complex image inputs. Host Jon Krohn explores how this release pushes the boundaries of open-source AI, making it more accessible and versatile for developers. He also covers the Llama Stack toolkit, designed to streamline deployment, and Llama Guard 3, Meta’s latest content moderation solution. With extensive support from major cloud and hardware partners, Llama 3.2 is set to unlock groundbreaking possibilities for AI across mobile and beyond. Tune in to hear more.

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824: Llama 3.2: Open-Source Edge and Multimodal LLMs

This week we delve into Amazon's substantial Irish footprint and ask why the new local website is good for techies. We also look at how AI systems like Perplexity have 'unlocked' the conspiracy behind the assassination of JFK, Plus we find out more about Alphabet's record-breaking €32 billion acquisition of security provider Wiz.

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