Stargate AG-I

In this conversation, Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard discuss the rapid developments in AI technology, particularly focusing on the newly announced Stargate AI initiative. They explore the implications of the inauguration week, the political landscape surrounding AI regulation, and the potential economic impacts of this massive investment in AI infrastructure. From the Modem Futura podcast.

Sean Leahy and Andrew Maynard explore the rapid developments in technology as we enter 2025. They discuss the implications of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), the potential for superintelligence, and the ethical considerations surrounding these advancements. From the Modem Futura podcast.

Sean and Andrew explore the challenges and limitations of AI reasoning, especially in large language models (LLMs). They discuss recent Apple research questioning LLMs’ true reasoning abilities, emphasizing that these models rely heavily on pattern recognition rather than genuine understanding. From the Modem Futura podcast.

Sean and Andrew reflect on the challenges of defining human identity in the context of advancing technology and the responsibilities of society in managing these innovations. From the Modem Futura podcast.

Sean and Andrew discuss the implications of AI in podcasting, particularly focusing on Google’s Notebook LM and its ability to create engaging audio summaries. From the Modem Futura podcast.