Project Q* (Q-Star)
AI vs AGI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is based on statistical predictions leveraging the concepts of mathematics and statistics, and is dependent on input data, training, and deep learning.
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) will possess real superintelligence, can perform any intellectual tasks that the human brain can do, and can solve complex problems without any training but self-learning. The technology will be superior to humans and will be able to do cumulative learning, another trait of human cognition that could give it the power to improve upon itself exponentially.
Project Q* (Q-Star)
Project Q-Star is capable of solving simple math problems without any training material and could be a step toward creating AGI. This breakthrough is credited to Sutskever and has been further developed by Szymon Sidor and Jakub Pachoki.
Prior to Sam Altman departure, a group of the company's researchers reportedly sent a letter to the board of directors warning of an AI discovery that is expected to be so advanced that it will effortlessly outperform humans in most economically valuable tasks and could pose a threat to humanity in the coming future.
Is it a coincidence?
This is arguably the main reason for Sam Altman recent firing for keeping it secret from board. Board later fired the Sam Altman and stated the reason as Sam was not consistently candid in his communications, which means he was hiding things, and that might be reflecting the dangers of Project Q-Star, which nobody knows yet. The specifics of Q-Star's capabilities and the potential risks it may pose are not fully known, as the details have not been publicly disclosed.
I'm eager about this breakthrough, but only time will reveal its security and benefits for humanity. Just like everything else, technology holds the potential for progress and the danger of misuse. Isn't that the way with pretty much everything?
AGI, a remarkable creation of human ingenuity, can profoundly reshape our world. As we explore AGI+, we must proceed with caution, guided by wisdom, ethics, and a deep understanding of our humanity.
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