Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis says language models can’t understand reality, pushes for ‘world models’
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, argues that large language models (LLMs) lack a true understanding of reality, particularly in areas like physics and causality. He advocates for the development of 'world models' that simulate real-world dynamics instead of merely processing text. This shift represents a significant change in DeepMind's approach to artificial general intelligence (AGI).
- ▪Hassabis claims that LLMs can describe events but do not comprehend the underlying physical principles.
- ▪He proposes 'world models' as a solution to enhance AI's understanding of real-world interactions.
- ▪DeepMind's new project, Genie 3, exemplifies this approach by creating interactive environments based on natural language prompts.
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