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In June, the young family of generative AI (gen AI) unicorns suddenly got a new member. Inflection AI ripped the chart suggested by CBInsights just a month before and got onto the third position, dethroning Cohere AI. So we have to oblige, and after covering two Gen AI leaders OpenAI and Anthropic, we dive into the precocious startup, Inflection AI. Having introduced its core product, an AI assistant named Pi, in May and published a memo about Inflection-1, a Large Language Model ( ) behind Pi in June, Inflection AI took the industry by storm the same month with an astonishing $1.3 billion in funding and a $4 billion valuation – all within its first two years of existence! LLM The company's sudden surge owes much to the attraction of high-profile investors, including technology luminaries such as Bill Gates, Eric Schmidt, and Reid Hoffman (also a co-founder), along with tech giants and . These financial ties extend beyond mere investments. Microsoft is providing its cloud computing infrastructure to strengthen Inflection's capabilities, while Nvidia, in partnership with CoreWeave, is integrating 20,000 of its H100 GPUs for LLM training. Microsoft Nvidia Let's dive deeper and discover more about the founders, their vision, the development behind the model powering Pi, and other crucial details. Finding them was not that easy! Content Overview The starting point of Inflection Financial and legal situation Mission of Inflection and its founders First product Tech behind Pi (LLM development facts) How Inflection is going to make money? Founders’ attitude toward AI risks A few not widely known facts about Inflection's founders 1. The starting point of Inflection According to the official information, Inflection AI has three founders: Karén Simonyan (Chief Scientist and Co-founder) Reid Hoffman (Co-founder) Mustafa Suleyman (CEO and Co-founder) , Inflection hasn't been very transparent with independent media. Some information available that extends beyond mere press releases or PR work stems from the podcast hosted by Reid Hoffman for Greylock Partners (a VC fund where Hoffman has been a partner since 2009). In January 2022, announcing Mustafa Suleyman as a new partner in Greylock Partners, Reid Hoffman : “I’ve known Mustafa personally for more than a decade. We first met at a pub in London. What struck me most was our inspiring and provocative discussion on the power and potential of AI to help solve some of humanity’s most urgent challenges. It marked the beginning of a deep and lasting friendship between Mustafa and I.” Operating with a low profile said More than a decade ago from 2022 was about a time when Mustafa Suleyman (along with Demis Hassabis and Shane Legg) co-founded DeepMind, one of the first AI research labs. In 2014, it was acquired by Google ( ). In January 2022, Suleyman left Google, joined Greylock Partners, and now the main AI R&D is led by the new structure called Google DeepMind in March 2022, Inflection was born (incubated by Greylock). Located in Palo Alto, California. Introducing Inflection AI on the Greylock website, Suleyman called it an "AI-first consumer products company." However, at that moment he didn't clarify exactly what that meant. 2. Financial situation and legal situation In May 2022, in equity financing, though the source of the capital wasn't immediately clear as Inflection didn't respond to the request for more information. Subsequently, when Inflection announced the $1.3 billion funding round in 2023, they clarified in that the first round was raised from Greylock, Microsoft, Reid Hoffman, Bill Gates, Eric Schmidt, Mike Schroepfer, Demis Hassabis, Will.i.am, Horizons Ventures, and Dragoneer. TechCrunch that Inflection had secured $225 million reported the official press release At some point, the information on Inflection's website changed to describe the company as an "AI studio creating a personal AI for everyone." They chose the same legal structure as did Anthropic: , a new type of corporation to balance the interests of shareholders, materially affected individuals, and the public good. public benefit corporation 3. Mission of Inflection and its founders Introducing Inflection, as always, on the Greylock podcast, , "Our mission was to build a tool that is designed to understand the user, rather than the other way around. We wanted it – whether that be connecting with other human beings, making decisions, figuring out how to navigate a problem at work, or more.” Reid Hoffman said to be more than an answerer of questions but a participant in the dialogue that helps you along your life's path Throughout other interviews about Inflection and its first product Pi, they used words such as 'reliable,' 'ever-present,' 'non-judgmental,' 'kind,' and 'supportive’. To get to the point where a chatbot can be all this sounded like a mission. 4. First product In May 2022, Inflection AI shipped its first core product – Pi, a chatbot with the primary goal to serve as a 'Personal AI'. It’s said that Pi uses emotional intelligence to aim for human-like conversations. While its use case is narrower than other services like ChatGPT, Google’s Bard, or Microsoft’s Bing chatbot, it strives to mimic human conversation patterns. Pi's training incorporates data up to November 2022, and it is committed to user privacy, refraining from using identifiable information in training. WhatsApp, Instagram PMs, Facebook Messenger, iMessage, or via the website – the ways to talk to Pi. The main difference from the most commonly used LLM products is the Pi remembers communications with you. The chatbot is also made to resist starting to flirt with a user. Named for "personal intelligence", Pi functions in several roles like teacher, coach, and confidante, designed to align with individual interests and needs. 5. Tech behind Pi Not much is known about the technology behind Pi. However, a month after its launch, the company revealing its foundation on the proprietary LLM, Inflection-1. According to the website, Pi doesn't utilize any third-party language model APIs. released a memo In the memo, the company stated: "The Inflection-1 architecture, dataset, and training procedure are proprietary, and we omit their details in this memo." What we do know is that Inflection-1 demonstrated impressive performance on the Massive Multitask Language Understanding (MMLU) benchmark, surpassing other well-known LLMs such as Meta's LLaMA, OpenAI's GPT 3.5, and Google's PaLM 540B, particularly in answering trivia questions. Additional information from Inflection's partner, CoreWeave's official website, that Inflection AI utilized 3,500 NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs and a cluster comprising over 40,000 cables and 500 miles of InfiniBand fiber cables for MLPerf Training benchmark competition submission, achieving an impressive 11-minute training benchmark. confirms , that Inflection AI is working on a cutting-edge supercomputer equipped with 22,000 NVIDIA H100 GPUs that is expected to be one of the largest In the industry, right behind AMD's Frontier. However, there's some debate regarding the true computational power of this setup. While Inflection AI claims that these GPUs could provide 22 exaflops in 16-bit precision mode, suggest that the actual performance might not meet these expectations. There are rumors calculations by The Next Platform Though the model is proprietary, the references that are mentioned in the do not list any in-house research papers. official memo 6. How Inflection is going to make money? There are many unknowns at the moment. The developers are exploring different monetization strategies, including the possibility of adding subscription options. Another option is to keep it free but use ads to earn revenue. Currently, Inflection AI is a free platform available to everyone worldwide. On our request to learn more about the business model, neither Reid Hoffman nor Mustafa Suleyman replied. In another podcast with Reid Hoffman, Mustafa Suleyman stated, “ And likewise, we sort of don’t want to drive the kind of addictive dopamine hits of outrage or anger or despair or viral misinformation. These kinds of things have really incentivized people to spend longer on the platform, and sometimes that’s because they’re getting paid for it. We are very, very conscious that this is a moment that needs to change with AI, and that new business models need to emerge to address this." It’s really important to us that we figure out a monetization mechanic that doesn’t incentivize us to keep you engaged or maybe distracted on the platform for as long as possible. 7. Founders’ attitude toward AI risks Reid Hoffman intentionally chose to be positive about AI. , “So in recent months, He has done so in blog posts, television interviews, and fireside chats. He has spoken to government officials around the world. He hosts three podcasts and a YouTube channel. And in March, he published a book, “Impromptu,” co-written with the A.I. tool . The New York Times reports Mr. Hoffman has engaged in an aggressive thought-leadership regimen to extol the virtues of A.I. GPT-4 “I’m beating the positive drum very loudly, and I’m doing so deliberately,” he said. The 55-year-old sits on the boards of 11 tech companies including , which has gone all in on AI, and eight nonprofits. His venture capital firm, Greylock Partners, has backed at least 37 AI companies.” Microsoft , Reid Hoffman said that the , He thinks that since technology 'always puts tools in the hands of good and bad actors,' throughout our history, we have learned how to figure this out. In the same interview, he said, ' . In an interview to Washington Post conversations about superintelligence divert us from the real risk which is AI in the hands of bad actors. Part of the reason why I beat the drum so firmly in the positive camp is not that I'm risk unaware, and I think we need to navigate them, but oh, my gosh, every month we delay an AI tutor and doctor, for everyone who has a smartphone or has a friend who has a smartphone, just think about the human suffering that is caused by that delay, and that is super important This story was at Turing Post. Consider to receive new episodes straight to your inbox. originally published ing subscrib 8. A few not widely known facts about Inflection Founders Reid Hoffman Reid Hoffman ( ) is among a small group of interconnected tech executives leading the A.I. charge, many of whom also led the last internet boom. on Twitter He is part of the "PayPal Mafia," a group of former PayPal employees who went on to become successful entrepreneurs and investors in the tech industry. Reid Hoffman's entrepreneurial journey has been marked by resilience and determination. After his failure with SocialNet, he became obsessed with scaling and invested heavily in the social networking phenomenon, which eventually led to the co-founding of LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network with a diversified revenue model that includes subscriptions, advertising, and software licensing. He also led the company to its successful acquisition by Microsoft. One of the first investors in OpenAI, he was sitting on its board until March 2023, stepping down to avoid any conflicts of interest with Inflection AI. He still sits on the Board of directors at Microsoft. Reid Hoffman is a proponent of effective altruism (founders of OpenAI and Anthropic have strong ties with EA also), which advocates for using wealth and resources to create the best for the most people. In 2017, he : “If you have wealth, and at least a reasonable moral compass, to ask, “How do you create the most good for the most people?” I’m not saying this is the perfect system. But what’s the better system?” said to the Atlantic Reid Hoffman is a prominent philanthropist and has invested in impact investments through charitable entities. over $1.5 billion Hoffman is an avid fan of Dungeons & Dragons, and he attributes its influence to his thinking about life as a heroic quest with various players coming together to accomplish something. He believes in the power of friendship and considers it the true center of his life. Reid views friendship as a skill that can be learned and improved through asking questions and interacting with others. Mustafa Suleyman ( ) on Twitter He dropped out of Oxford University at 19 to start the Muslim Youth Helpline, a telephone counseling service for Muslims in the UK. He worked as a policy officer on human rights for Ken Livingstone, the Mayor of London, before founding Reos Partners, a ‘systemic change’ consultancy that uses methods from conflict resolution to navigate social problems. In February 2016, Suleyman launched DeepMind Health at the Royal Society of Medicine, a project that builds clinician-led technology for the NHS and other partners to improve frontline healthcare services He received the Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2019 for his influence in the UK technology sector and also accepted the Silicon Valley Visionary Award the same year Within DeepMind, he established the DeepMind Ethics & Society research unit, aiming to study the real-world implications of AI and promote ethical practices in the technology industry. One of the founding members of the Partnership on AI — an organization set up in September 2016 to ensure that AI is developed safely, ethically, and transparently — along with Facebook's AI head Yann LeCun, Microsoft Research director Eric Horvitz, and several others. Suleyman recently proposed a modern Turing test, , “to measure whether a machine has achieved ACI, you give an AI $100,000 and see if it can turn the seed investment into $1 million. To do so, the bot must research an e-commerce business opportunity, generate blueprints for a product, find a manufacturer on a site like Alibaba and then sell the item (complete with a written listing description) on Amazon or Walmart.com.” Suleyman expects AI will pass this more practical threshold sometime in the next two years. according to Bloomberg Karén Simonyan There is much less information about Karén Simonyan. Karén is not active on social media, he has no Twitter, a barely filled , and a well-developed . LinkedIn account Google Scholar page Education & Career History: 🔬 Chief Scientist, Inflection AI (2022 – Present) 🔬 Research Scientist, DeepMind (2014 – 2022) 🔬 Postdoc, University of Oxford (2013 – 2014) 🔬 Ph.D. student, University of Oxford (2009 – 2013) While doing his postdoc in 2013, in Oxford, Karén Simonyan along with Andrew Zisserman created the VGGNet image processing framework. VGGNet won the prestigious ImageNet Challenge. To commercialize it, they created a company Vision Factory AI, which was soon acquired by a not-very-known at that time startup DeepMind Technologies, where in 2014 Simonyan became a Principal Research Scientist. There, he played a key role in various AI breakthroughs, such as AlphaZero, AlphaFold, WaveNet, BigGAN, and Flamingo. While in DeepMind, Karen authored and co-authored numerous publications, including five papers in Nature and Science, accumulating an impressive 180,000 citations. Since he co-founded Inflection AI, only one paper was published with Karén Simonyan as a co-author . HiP: Hierarchical Perceiver That’s it for now. The information about Inflection AI will be constantly updated… Thank you for reading, please feel free to share with your friends and colleagues. This story was at Turing Post. Consider subscribing to receive new episodes straight to your inbox. originally published

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This paper is under CC 4.0 license. available on arxiv Authors: (1) Jinrui Yang, School of Computing & Information Systems, The University of Melbourne (Email: jinruiy@student.unimelb.edu.au); (2) Timothy Baldwin, School of Computing & Information Systems, The University of Melbourne and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, UAE (Email: (tbaldwin,trevor.cohn)@unimelb.edu.au); (3) Trevor Cohn, School of Computing & Information Systems, The University of Melbourne. Table of Links Abstract and Intro Background and Related Work Multi-EuP Experiments and Findings Language Bias Discussion Conclusion, Limitations, Ethics Statement, Acknowledgements, References, and Appendix 5 Language Bias Discussion In light of our findings in a one-vs-many setting, we were keen to delve further into the underlying causes of the disparity between languages. 5.1 Bias Detection Language bias is likely if the query language aligns better with one document language than another. As mentioned earlier, Pyserini supports different tokenizers, specifically language-specific tokenizers or simple whitespace tokenization. Therefore, in the one-vs-many setting, we analyze the composition of the top-100 rankings for the 100 topics. During indexing of the document collection, we used the simple whitespace tokenizer, given the multilingual nature of the collection. However, over the queries during retrieval, we employed two different tokenizers — a language-specific tokenizer, and the whitespace tokenizer. We conducted a correlation analysis between the language of the topics and the language of the top 100 relevant documents. From Table 2, we can see that relevance judgments in our test cases are consistent across languages, ensuring uniformity in the correlation matrix within the test set. However, Figure 2 reveals that both approaches generate strong language bias. In both cases, the query language aligns better with documents in its own language than others. The right plot appears to show that languages from the same family has strong correlation (e.g., PL, CS) and (IT, ES) since they may have some shared vocabulary. 5.2 Collection Distribution Factors Initially, we hypothesized that the disparity for each language may be a contributing factor to this bias. Figure 3 presents the regression line between the number of documents in a given language and MRR, which explains much of the variation across languages. However, note the outlier above the regression line (Polish: PL), which has a substantial number of documents but surprisingly low MRR performance. We refer to this phenomenon as a “BM25 unfriendly” language. According to Wojtasik et al. (2023), the main reason for the low performance of Polish lies in its highly-inflected morphology, giving rise to a a multitude of word forms per lexeme, including inflections of proper names, and complex morphological structure. In such cases, lexical matching is less effective than in other morphologically-simpler languages. Furthermore, LUCENE 8.5.1 API does not have a language-specific tokenizer for Polish. Conversely, languages below the regression line can be termed “BM25 friendly” languages, as they require fewer documents to achieve higher MRR in retrieval. 5.3 Language Tokenizer Factors Secondly, we speculated that the choice of language-specific Analyzer in LUCENE might be a contributing factor, as it influences word tokenization, token filter, synonym expansion and other processing. [7] To investigate this, we conducted a controlled experiment in the one-vs-many setting. When indexing the collection, given the multilingual nature of the collection, we employed whitespace as the tokenizer. However, over the queries, we experimented with either a language-specific tokenizer or whitespace tokenizer. We then compared the linear regression of MRR against the number of documents in Figure 3. On the right side of the plot, we can see a strong correlation when using whitespace tokenization for both the collection and the queries, reducing language bias. Furthermore, when transitioning from languagespecific tokenizers to whitespace tokenizers, the overall MRR across all languages declined modestly, from 15.02 to 14.18. That is, the original performance level was largely preserved, but language bias was diminished in using simple whitespace tokenization. [7] https://lucene.apache.org/core/8_0_0/core/ org/apache/lucene/analysis/package-summary.html# package.description

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Imagine an alternate reality where words were a currency. In this reality, every word you utter depletes your life’s savings. From the day you are born, you are given a set number, and it’s the same as everyone else’s. Just like a board game, it’s up to you to choose how you use your points. Let me ask you.. How would you use your words? How would this shape the way you communicate, and how often you do? How would you measure the importance of the words coming out of your mouth? When would you speak, when would you rather stay quiet? Well. That’s the reality I used to live in for a few years when I was 6 years old. I don’t remember why I came up with this, or where I heard it, but it was a known fact. I lived within these parameters. I genuinely believed we were each given a set number of words for a lifetime. That once used, that was it, I could not get them back. This odd belief shaped the way I interacted with the world and the people around me. It made me a listener by default, teaching me the silent power of observation. Today, I am still am impacted by this lesson. I still carry it into every conversation, negotiation, and interaction as an adult. It turned into a life philosophy that I want to talk about today. 1. The Culture of Noise The world can’t stop talking. Silence is mistaken for absence. The hustle culture tricks you into thinking you always need to be busy and loud. This is a pursuit that is relentless, disguised as ambition. It constantly whispers that for you to be seen and to succeed, you must be the loudest, the fastest. Marketing campaigns like Nike's "Just Do It" pushes you to act without pause. It’s glorifying the grind above all else. These slogans become mantras, they embed themselves into our culture. They urge you to keep moving, keep shouting, keep striving — at the expense of quiet reflection and the deep, meaningful progress it can bring. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok have transformed how we view success and visibility. Louder voices and rapid content creation mean greater achievement. The fast pace of news cycles pressures you to remain perpetually informed and vocal. Reality TV glorifies those who dominate the conversation. They promote the value of speed and volume deep within your cultural consciousness. This shift is pushing society into a state of engagement. The noise of ceaseless posting and sharing drowns out moments of quiet introspection. Worse yet—you're told that silence is failure, that stillness is a step back. What cost does your voice pay in a race where everyone speaks but no one listens? You think: "I must do more, speak up, stand out". You're trading depth for volume, mistaking the echo of your own voice for progress. This drive never stops. It pushes you to respond, react, and move forward. But, it often comes at the expense of understanding, depth, and real connection. What if this bias towards action is costing you more than you realize? What if your failure to listen and observe is the silent thief of innovation, empathy, and meaningful progress? 2. Gaining Through Observance When you embrace the quiet power of observation, you unlock the potential for more precise and impactful actions. Silence becomes your strategy. It enables you to gather data and understand the world in a way that loudness never could. It equips you with unparalleled advantages. Observation is a gift. It's like gathering free intelligence. Each piece of data sharpens your decisions. It makes your moves not just calculated but more impactful. This is what’s on the other side of loudness: : Real G’s move in silence. Like the most skilled players in the game of life, you'll learn that the more you observe, the more precise your actions become. Strategic Advantage : Listen more. You will speak a language everyone craves: understanding. This not only boosts your communication skills but makes every word you choose to speak more powerful. You also tune into nonverbal cues and understand the unspoken. Don’t underestimate eye contact, facial expressions, body language and tone of voice. Enhanced Communication : People gravitate towards those who truly listen. By giving others the floor,you give them the gift of being heard, fostering deeper and more meaningful connections. This attentiveness makes people feel valued and understood. It naturally draws them closer to you. Deeper Connections : You're often the first to spot potential problems — you pick up on subtle cues. This allows you to address issues before they escalate. Improved Problem-Solving Skills : Getting more info before deciding leads to better outcomes. It also leads to more effective ones. Better Decision-Making : Being observant makes you more likely to notice the beauty and complexities of the world. This fuels creativity and innovation. Increased Creativity : Recognizing behavior patterns allows for personal growth. It improves emotional intelligence, making you more adaptable and empathetic. Greater Self-Awareness You don’t have to take my word for it. Take it from the master of obvervation and quiet strategy himself: “the wolf in cashmere”, aka . Bernard Arnault He masterfully demonstrated the power of observance in the luxury goods market in the late 90’s. In two short years, he navigated the complexities of negotiations between Louis Vuitton and Moët Hennessy, and managed to play both sides effectively. His strategic silence and keen observation allowed him to gain control. This led to the creation of LVMH, the world's largest luxury goods conglomerate. It propelled him to become one of the richest individuals globally. 3. The Misconception of Quietness You might be thinking “Bernard Arnaud is unrelatable. Plus, I need to be the Alpha male in the room, otherwise people will think I am weak.” They think you are weak? Good. Let them think that. That’s how you play chess. Being underestimated IS your greatest advantage. The most effective leaders often operate under the radar, observing and planning before making their move. Quietness allows you to Gather information Understand the dynamics at play Strike with precision when the time is right. True strength doesn't need constant validation through noise. Quiet confidence commands respect in a way that constant talking cannot. It's the mark of someone who is secure in their abilities and doesn't need the spotlight to know their worth. While others are busy talking, you're absorbing, learning, and gaining insights that they miss. Listening gives you a deeper understanding of people and situations. It makes you a more empathetic friend. A more astute businessperson. A more effective problem-solver. When you're quiet, people can't predict your next move. This gives you the element of surprise. This is a powerful tactic in both personal and professional realms. It allows you to navigate situations with an advantage they never see coming. Let the world underestimate you. It only amplifies the impact you'll make when you choose to speak with your actions and the carefully chosen words that follow. "I know silent people, and they are disengaged and disinterested." You think that silence signals disengagement? Think again. In the world of communication, silence is often misinterpreted. When you are silent, you are not on the sidelines; you are deeply immersed in the game. Being silent is simply engaging differently. I was often called “absent from the conversation”, when in fact I was: Actively listening and absorbing every word. Processing information, making connections they overlooked. Waiting for the moment my input can make the most significant impact. The interactions are thoughtful, not impulsive. So if you are still on the fence, embrace the silence. It doesn't mute your impact—it magnifies it. It ensures that when you do speak, the world listens. 4. Observations from the Quiet Corner No strategy is perfect. In observing my own childhood beliefs that led me to gravitate towards a world of observation, I must also admit that I went a little too far. I want to bring this up, because you might be on one side of the equation, or the other. And it doesn’t mean that you can’t adjust along the way. Let me explain. When I was convinced that humans had a limited quantity of speech, I took it to the extreme. I remember various times when that happened. An example would be a disagreement in the car between my mom and my brother, for which I had the answer to break the argument. I asked myself: Is this worth my words? The answer was no, and so I let them argue some more, and went on with my thoughts. Obviously, at some point, I realized that this was not sustainable, nor was it accurate. But after years of doing this, it shaped the way I saw and interacted with the world. I choose my words carefully. I always listen and speak to a 90/10 ratio. I only talk when it’s pertinent, or necessary. The good: I always let people speak before me, whether in a group or with one on one. I usually have more information about their thoughts and intentions. They have less about me at any given point. This gives me leverage. I am pretty comfortable with silence. I use this tool for negotiations, sales. I gather data before making decisions. This applies to all areas of life. Some people shoot, then aim. Others aim, the shoot. I aim, I take a deep breath to steady myself. I tune into the subtle signs around me. I notice the shift of the wind, the whisper of leaves, and the hidden trails in the underbrush. I align my focus. Then, I deliver a kill shot. The not so good: The fear of public speaking stemmed from my belief that every word I spoke had to carry weight. The more people there were listening, the more crucial it became for my words to resonate equally with everyone. This amplified the pressure on each statement I made. Eventually, this expectation I set for myself became overwhelming. It led me to moments where I was simply paralyzed, unable to speak. To sum it up, the self-imposed pressure created social anxiety. There are two lesson I learned from this: When you believe in something hard enough, it has the power to shift your reality. It changes who you are and how you act. Fully committing in one direction means you’re getting further from the other side. Duality is real, and sometimes, you need to adjust. 5. Frameworks: Cultivating Observant Living Embracing a lifestyle of observance doesn't mean you have to adopt silence as a permanent state. The goal is for you to find a balance that enhances your perception, decision-making, and interactions. There's a saying that my grandmother used to share: " ," which literately translates to " ." Tourne 7 fois la langue dans ta bouche avant de parler turn your tongue in your mouth seven times before speaking This French proverb emphasizes the value of thoughtful communication. It's about giving your words the weight they deserve, ensuring what you say truly matters. Now, stepping into a room full of voices, you probably have an impulse to join the chorus immediately. Here’s a thought: try holding back; observe first. The insight you gain from watching the others go first gives your words an edge. What comes out of your mouth will resonate more deeply because it's informed. Sharpening Your Observational Skills: A Personal Guide : Everything's super fast these days. Try hitting the pause button now and then. Look around you, soak it all in. You'll be surprised at what you've been missing. Slow Down : Life is a multisensory experience. Remember to smell the rain, feel the texture of an old book, listen to the inflection in someone's voice. It's about embracing the world in its entirety. Use All Your Senses : The smallest things can hold the greatest meanings. Pay attention to the nuances, the slight frowns, the hesitation before speaking. These details tell a story louder than words. Study the Details : Get a notebook. Use it to write down what you see, hear, feel. It's not just about remembering things, but recognizing patterns in your life. It's about the repeats and the changes. Write It Down : 70 to 93% of all communication is non verbal. There's a whole world of meaning in how someone stands, the look in their eyes, or the tone of their voice. Start paying attention to these. Then, you'll get what people are really saying, far beyond their words. Watch and Listen Doing all this doesn't just make you more observant. It connects you more deeply with life, with people, and yeah, with yourself too. 6. The Quiet Revolution ✊ The power of observation isn't just its strategic advantages in decision-making. It also adds depth to relationships. It's about fostering a deeper connection with the world around us and with ourselves. This quiet revolution is a call to embrace the subtleties of life, to find strength in silence. I’ll leave you with this. If you want to join, the mission is simple: Speak less, observe more. Notice the world in all its detail. Listen with intent. Choose your words with purpose. You may find that the quiet revolution leads you to way more opportunities than before. Perhaps those opportunities were always there. You were just too busy and loud to notice them. Remember— you're not withdrawing from the world; you're engaging with it on a deeper level. Friend, welcome to the quiet revolution. That's all for today, thank you for reading. ​ Strategizangly Yours, Ben

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This paper is under CC 4.0 license. available on arxiv Authors: (1) Ryen W. White, Microsoft Research, Redmond, WA, USA. Table of Links Abstract and Taking Search to task AI Copilots Challenges Opportunities The Undiscovered Country and References 5 THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY AI copilots will transform how we search. Tasks are central to people’s lives and more support is needed for complex tasks in search settings. Some limited support for these tasks already exists in search engines, but copilots will expand the task frontier to make more tasks actionable and address the “last mile” in search interaction: task completion [58]. Moving forward, search providers should invest in “better together” experiences that utilize copilots plus traditional search, make these joint experiences more seamless for searchers, and add more support for their use in practice, e.g., help people to quickly understand copilot capabilities and potential and/or recommend the best modality for the current task or task stage. This includes experiences where both modalities are offered separately and can be selected by searchers and those where there is unification and the selection happens automatically based on the query and the conversation context. The foundation models that power copilots have other search-related applications, e.g., for generating and applying intent taxonomies [43] or for evaluation [19]. We must retain a continued focus on human-AI cooperation, where searchers stay in control while the degree of system support increases as needed [44], and on AI safety. Searchers need to be able to trust copilots in general but also be able to verify their answers with minimal effort. Overall, the future is bright for IR, and AI research in general, with the advent of generative AI and the copilots that build upon it. Copilots will help augment and empower searchers in their information seeking journeys. Computer science researchers and practitioners should embrace this new era of assistive agents and engage across the full spectrum of exciting practical and scientific opportunities, both within information seeking as we focused on here, and onwards into other important domains such as personal productivity [5] and scientific discovery [22]. REFERENCES [1] Eugene Agichtein, Ryen W White, Susan T Dumais, and Paul N Bennet. 2012. Search, interrupted: understanding and predicting search task continuation. In Proceedings of the 35th international ACM SIGIR conference on Research and development in information retrieval. 315-324. [2] Marcia J Bates. 1990. 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Navigating Complex Search Tasks with AI Copilots: The Undiscovered Country and References

The contemporary discourse on generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a nuanced and dualistic narrative of technological development. I will delve into contrasting perspectives surrounding the current state and future of generative AI, juxtaposing the pervasive sentiments of disillusionment against the sustained advancements in the field. Notably, despite apparent stagnation in some sectors and declining public interest, significant strides in AI technology and applications continue to emerge. This analysis provides a nuanced examination of the cycle of hype, stabilization, and potential revolutionary impact of generative AI, comparing it with historical technological disruptions such as the printing press, electricity, and the internet. Through a balanced review of both setbacks and breakthroughs in the AI landscape, I aim to discern whether generative AI is merely experiencing a temporary lull or if it signifies a broader technological revolution. By critically assessing the evidence and forecasting future trends, the article also explores the implications of this technology on societal norms and industry practices, ultimately questioning the revolutionary potential of generative AI amidst ongoing challenges and evolving expectations. Economic Performance and Market Valuations Recent data suggest that the economic outcomes related to generative AI have not aligned with prior expectations. For instance, despite significant investments in hardware, such as the $50 billion spent on Nvidia equipment, the return, in terms of revenue, has been relatively modest, amounting to only $3 billion (The Wall Street Journal). Additionally, there is a notable stagnation in visits to AI-focused websites (Exponential View), and venture capital firm Sequoia has highlighted the overvaluation of AI startups, suggesting a disconnect between market valuations and underlying economic realities (The Information). Industry Challenges and Strategic Adjustments Several high-profile AI startups have experienced difficulties, signaling potential instability within the sector. For example, InflectionAI has been effectively disbanded, with Microsoft acquiring its assets, including the expertise of former CEO Mustafa Suleyman (TechCrunch). Moreover, StabilityAI faces uncertain prospects following leadership controversies (Forbes). Additionally, the broader enterprise adoption of AI technologies is hampered by concerns over security and ethical implications (Diginomica). Public Perception and Technological Engagement While the initial public enthusiasm for AI technologies like ChatGPT has waned, a subset of users, particularly software developers, continue to find value in these tools (Pew Research Center). This contrasts with the broader perception that AI tools serve more as novelties rather than practical aids in productivity (The Register). Innovative Developments and Future Prospects Despite these challenges, the development of AI technologies continues at a rapid pace. New models like Claude 3 from Anthropic are setting benchmarks in AI capabilities (Anthropic). The field also anticipates the arrival of advanced models such as OpenAI's GPT-5, signaling ongoing innovation and potential market recovery (Business Insider). Historical Perspective on Generative AI Development Tyler Cowen, in his analysis, proposes that the current state of AI reflects a natural progression seen in other revolutionary technologies. Drawing parallels to the adoption of the printing press, electricity, and the internet, Cowen suggests that the lifecycle of transformative technologies typically transitions through phases of hype, stabilization, and eventual widespread utility. This pattern, he argues, is evident in the current trajectory of generative AI technologies (Bloomberg). Cowen articulates that while the initial excitement surrounding generative AI has diminished—a phase characterized by inflated expectations and speculative investments—the underlying advancements in technology continue to progress significantly. This 'silent lull' is not a regression but a recalibration of expectations as the technology matures and integrates more deeply into various sectors. Generative AI, despite facing skepticism regarding its immediate impacts, mirrors the developmental paths of its historical counterparts. Notably, the internet, post-dot-com bubble, and the gradual integration of electricity into industrial processes both experienced periods of underwhelming performance followed by significant, long-term contributions to economic and social structures. Recent developments in AI technology further support Cowen's thesis. OpenAI's enhancement of enterprise services and the advancement of models like Google's GPT-4 competitor illustrate ongoing innovation within the field (ZDNet, Google). Moreover, the rapid progression of open-source AI models, although less visible to the casual user, underscores a robust, underlying growth in AI capabilities that continues to push the boundaries of what these technologies can achieve (Archive). The Path Forward Despite the optimism expressed by some industry leaders, there are notable challenges and setbacks that temper the enthusiastic projections about AI. Issues such as the slower-than-anticipated adoption rates in enterprises and the mixed results of new AI products like Google Gemini Advanced highlight the complex reality facing AI development (Diginomica, The Algorithmic Bridge). The question remains whether generative AI will indeed follow the transformative paths of its predecessors or diverge due to unique challenges and societal dynamics. The industry's ability to navigate these challenges, coupled with ongoing technical advancements, will likely determine the trajectory of AI's impact on society. Concluding Thoughts Generative AI's journey is marked by cycles of hype and recalibration, similar to earlier technologies. While immediate outcomes may seem underwhelming, the continued development and integration of AI into various sectors may very well underpin the next wave of significant technological and societal transformations. As with historical innovations, the true measure of AI's impact will likely be observed in hindsight, shaped by a complex interplay of technological capabilities, market forces, societal acceptance, and regulatory environments. References "A Peter Thiel-backed AI startup seeks $2 billion valuation" - The Wall Street Journal. Available at: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/a-peter-thiel-backed-ai-startup-cognition-labs-seeks-2-billion-valuation-998fa39d
"Growth and investment in AI technology" - Exponential View. Available at: https://substack.com/@exponentialview/note/c-52677620
"AI startups overvalued" - The Information. Available at: https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-agenda-openai-is-a-relative-steal
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Tyler Cowen on AI's ongoing revolution despite subdued hype - Bloomberg
OpenAI introduces business version of ChatGPT - ZDNet
Challenges in AI adoption within enterprises - Diginomica
Google's GPT-4 and its marketplace challenges - The Algorithmic Bridge The contemporary discourse on generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a nuanced and dualistic narrative of technological development. I will delve into contrasting perspectives surrounding the current state and future of generative AI, juxtaposing the pervasive sentiments of disillusionment against the sustained advancements in the field. Notably, despite apparent stagnation in some sectors and declining public interest, significant strides in AI technology and applications continue to emerge. This analysis provides a nuanced examination of the cycle of hype, stabilization, and potential revolutionary impact of generative AI, comparing it with historical technological disruptions such as the printing press, electricity, and the internet. Through a balanced review of both setbacks and breakthroughs in the AI landscape, I aim to discern whether generative AI is merely experiencing a temporary lull or if it signifies a broader technological revolution. By critically assessing the evidence and forecasting future trends, the article also explores the implications of this technology on societal norms and industry practices, ultimately questioning the revolutionary potential of generative AI amidst ongoing challenges and evolving expectations. Economic Performance and Market Valuations Economic Performance and Market Valuations Recent data suggest that the economic outcomes related to generative AI have not aligned with prior expectations. For instance, despite significant investments in hardware, such as the $50 billion spent on Nvidia equipment, the return, in terms of revenue, has been relatively modest, amounting to only $3 billion ( The Wall Street Journal ). Additionally, there is a notable stagnation in visits to AI-focused websites ( Exponential View ), and venture capital firm Sequoia has highlighted the overvaluation of AI startups, suggesting a disconnect between market valuations and underlying economic realities ( The Information ). The Wall Street Journal Exponential View The Information Industry Challenges and Strategic Adjustments Industry Challenges and Strategic Adjustments Several high-profile AI startups have experienced difficulties, signaling potential instability within the sector. For example, InflectionAI has been effectively disbanded, with Microsoft acquiring its assets, including the expertise of former CEO Mustafa Suleyman ( TechCrunch ). Moreover, StabilityAI faces uncertain prospects following leadership controversies ( Forbes ). Additionally, the broader enterprise adoption of AI technologies is hampered by concerns over security and ethical implications ( Diginomica ). TechCrunch Forbes Diginomica Public Perception and Technological Engagement Public Perception and Technological Engagement While the initial public enthusiasm for AI technologies like ChatGPT has waned, a subset of users, particularly software developers, continue to find value in these tools ( Pew Research Center ). This contrasts with the broader perception that AI tools serve more as novelties rather than practical aids in productivity ( The Register ). Pew Research Center The Register Innovative Developments and Future Prospects Innovative Developments and Future Prospects Despite these challenges, the development of AI technologies continues at a rapid pace. New models like Claude 3 from Anthropic are setting benchmarks in AI capabilities ( Anthropic ). The field also anticipates the arrival of advanced models such as OpenAI's GPT-5, signaling ongoing innovation and potential market recovery ( Business Insider ). Anthropic Business Insider Historical Perspective on Generative AI Development Tyler Cowen, in his analysis, proposes that the current state of AI reflects a natural progression seen in other revolutionary technologies. Drawing parallels to the adoption of the printing press, electricity, and the internet, Cowen suggests that the lifecycle of transformative technologies typically transitions through phases of hype, stabilization, and eventual widespread utility. This pattern, he argues, is evident in the current trajectory of generative AI technologies ( Bloomberg ). Bloomberg Cowen articulates that while the initial excitement surrounding generative AI has diminished—a phase characterized by inflated expectations and speculative investments—the underlying advancements in technology continue to progress significantly. This 'silent lull' is not a regression but a recalibration of expectations as the technology matures and integrates more deeply into various sectors. Generative AI, despite facing skepticism regarding its immediate impacts, mirrors the developmental paths of its historical counterparts. Notably, the internet, post-dot-com bubble, and the gradual integration of electricity into industrial processes both experienced periods of underwhelming performance followed by significant, long-term contributions to economic and social structures. Recent developments in AI technology further support Cowen's thesis. OpenAI's enhancement of enterprise services and the advancement of models like Google's GPT-4 competitor illustrate ongoing innovation within the field ( ZDNet , Google ). Moreover, the rapid progression of open-source AI models, although less visible to the casual user, underscores a robust, underlying growth in AI capabilities that continues to push the boundaries of what these technologies can achieve ( Archive ). ZDNet Google Archive The Path Forward The Path Forward Despite the optimism expressed by some industry leaders, there are notable challenges and setbacks that temper the enthusiastic projections about AI. Issues such as the slower-than-anticipated adoption rates in enterprises and the mixed results of new AI products like Google Gemini Advanced highlight the complex reality facing AI development ( Diginomica , The Algorithmic Bridge ). Diginomica The Algorithmic Bridge The question remains whether generative AI will indeed follow the transformative paths of its predecessors or diverge due to unique challenges and societal dynamics. The industry's ability to navigate these challenges, coupled with ongoing technical advancements, will likely determine the trajectory of AI's impact on society. Concluding Thoughts Concluding Thoughts Generative AI's journey is marked by cycles of hype and recalibration, similar to earlier technologies. While immediate outcomes may seem underwhelming, the continued development and integration of AI into various sectors may very well underpin the next wave of significant technological and societal transformations. As with historical innovations, the true measure of AI's impact will likely be observed in hindsight, shaped by a complex interplay of technological capabilities, market forces, societal acceptance, and regulatory environments. References "A Peter Thiel-backed AI startup seeks $2 billion valuation" - The Wall Street Journal. Available at: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/a-peter-thiel-backed-ai-startup-cognition-labs-seeks-2-billion-valuation-998fa39d "Growth and investment in AI technology" - Exponential View. Available at: https://substack.com/@exponentialview/note/c-52677620 "AI startups overvalued" - The Information. Available at: https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-agenda-openai-is-a-relative-steal "Inflection AI dismantled" - TechCrunch. Available at: https://techcrunch.com/2023/06/29/inflection-ai-lands-1-3b-investment-to-build-more-personal-ai/ "Stability AI's uncertain future" - Forbes. Available at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kenrickcai/2024/03/29/how-stability-ais-founder-tanked-his-billion-dollar-startup/ Tyler Cowen on AI's ongoing revolution despite subdued hype - Bloomberg OpenAI introduces business version of ChatGPT - ZDNet Challenges in AI adoption within enterprises - Diginomica Google's GPT-4 and its marketplace challenges - The Algorithmic Bridge "A Peter Thiel-backed AI startup seeks $2 billion valuation" - The Wall Street Journal. Available at: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/a-peter-thiel-backed-ai-startup-cognition-labs-seeks-2-billion-valuation-998fa39d https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/a-peter-thiel-backed-ai-startup-cognition-labs-seeks-2-billion-valuation-998fa39d "Growth and investment in AI technology" - Exponential View. Available at: https://substack.com/@exponentialview/note/c-52677620 https://substack.com/@exponentialview/note/c-52677620 "AI startups overvalued" - The Information. Available at: https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-agenda-openai-is-a-relative-steal https://www.theinformation.com/articles/ai-agenda-openai-is-a-relative-steal "Inflection AI dismantled" - TechCrunch. Available at: https://techcrunch.com/2023/06/29/inflection-ai-lands-1-3b-investment-to-build-more-personal-ai/ https://techcrunch.com/2023/06/29/inflection-ai-lands-1-3b-investment-to-build-more-personal-ai/ "Stability AI's uncertain future" - Forbes. 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In a significant move that is contributing to the evolution of real estate investment, Libertum is thrilled to announce a collaboration with Tulum Land and Properties. This partnership punctuates the end of the traditional approach to real estate investment in the Tulum region of Mexico. The partnership represents an evolution to an era where property tokenization is the norm. It is appropriate that the vibrant real estate scene of Tulum, Mexico, known for its stunning properties and burgeoning market potential, will now also be recognized as a place where real estate tokenization is a reality. Tulum Land and Properties and Libertum are set to introduce a new era of investment opportunities by tokenizing a unique collection of villas with an initial portfolio of 300 million dollars. This innovative venture offers forward-thinking investors a unique chance to be part of Tulum's flourishing real estate sector, positioning it as a prime location for progressive investment. Javvad Azam, CEO at Libertum, said: "Tulum's real estate market is at an inflection point, observed with increasing interest from global investors. Our collaboration with Tulum Land and Properties is not just about introducing groundbreaking investment opportunities; it’s about crafting a legacy in one of the most mesmerizing destinations in the world.” The collaboration is timely, as Tulum continues to capture the attention of international investors and enthusiasts, with property values in the area poised for significant growth. Engaging in this venture allows investors to secure their stake in what is predicted to be a lucrative market, leveraging the expertise and insight of both Libertum and Tulum Land and Properties. Furthermore, this partnership harbors the potential to assist Libertum, paving the way for expansion beyond Tulum into Cancun and further exploration of the captivating lands of Mexico. This strategic move underlines Libertum's commitment to fostering growth and expanding its footprint in the international real estate market. Be part of this extraordinary journey with Libertum and Tulum Land and Properties. For a closer look at the unique area and to explore the opportunities this collaboration will create, you are encouraged to visit www.tulumlandandproperty.com and www.libertum.io This is more than an invitation to invest; it's a call to be part of an industry evolution that is now inevitable. About Libertum Libertum offers a complete infrastructure for real estate companies, property owners, agencies, and other RWA projects to tokenize assets. From digitizing rental income to ownership transfers through DAO, Libertum caters to all your on-chain real estate requirements. List properties, trade tokens, borrow via our lending protocol or reserve on-chain properties for a smooth experience. About Tulum Land and Properties For over four thrilling years, Tulum Land & Property (TLAP) has been at the forefront of Tulum's dynamic real estate market, offering unparalleled consultancy and brokerage services specifically designed for international investors. This story was distributed under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here: https://business.hackernoon.com/ In a significant move that is contributing to the evolution of real estate investment, Libertum is thrilled to announce a collaboration with Tulum Land and Properties. This partnership punctuates the end of the traditional approach to real estate investment in the Tulum region of Mexico. The partnership represents an evolution to an era where property tokenization is the norm. It is appropriate that the vibrant real estate scene of Tulum, Mexico, known for its stunning properties and burgeoning market potential, will now also be recognized as a place where real estate tokenization is a reality. Tulum Land and Properties and Libertum are set to introduce a new era of investment opportunities by tokenizing a unique collection of villas with an initial portfolio of 300 million dollars. This innovative venture offers forward-thinking investors a unique chance to be part of Tulum's flourishing real estate sector, positioning it as a prime location for progressive investment. Javvad Azam, CEO at Libertum, said: "Tulum's real estate market is at an inflection point, observed with increasing interest from global investors. Our collaboration with Tulum Land and Properties is not just about introducing groundbreaking investment opportunities; it’s about crafting a legacy in one of the most mesmerizing destinations in the world.” "Tulum's real estate market is at an inflection point, observed with increasing interest from global investors. Our collaboration with Tulum Land and Properties is not just about introducing groundbreaking investment opportunities; it’s about crafting a legacy in one of the most mesmerizing destinations in the world.” The collaboration is timely, as Tulum continues to capture the attention of international investors and enthusiasts, with property values in the area poised for significant growth. Engaging in this venture allows investors to secure their stake in what is predicted to be a lucrative market, leveraging the expertise and insight of both Libertum and Tulum Land and Properties. Furthermore, this partnership harbors the potential to assist Libertum, paving the way for expansion beyond Tulum into Cancun and further exploration of the captivating lands of Mexico. This strategic move underlines Libertum's commitment to fostering growth and expanding its footprint in the international real estate market. Be part of this extraordinary journey with Libertum and Tulum Land and Properties. For a closer look at the unique area and to explore the opportunities this collaboration will create, you are encouraged to visit www.tulumlandandproperty.com and www.libertum.io www.libertum.io www.libertum.io This is more than an invitation to invest; it's a call to be part of an industry evolution that is now inevitable. About Libertum Libertum offers a complete infrastructure for real estate companies, property owners, agencies, and other RWA projects to tokenize assets. From digitizing rental income to ownership transfers through DAO, Libertum caters to all your on-chain real estate requirements. List properties, trade tokens, borrow via our lending protocol or reserve on-chain properties for a smooth experience. Libertum About Tulum Land and Properties For over four thrilling years, Tulum Land & Property (TLAP) has been at the forefront of Tulum's dynamic real estate market, offering unparalleled consultancy and brokerage services specifically designed for international investors. Tulum Land & Property (TLAP) This story was distributed under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here: https://business.hackernoon.com/ This story was distributed under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here: https://business.hackernoon.com/ https://business.hackernoon.com/

Libertum Announces Strategic Collaboration with Tulum Land & Properties to Revolutionize Real Estate

Libertum রিয়েল এস্টেট বিপ্লব করতে Tulum জমি এবং সম্পত্তির সাথে কৌশলগত সহযোগিতা ঘোষণা করেছে

Libertum kündigt strategische Zusammenarbeit mit Tulum Land & Properties an, um den Immobilienmarkt zu revolutionieren

Libertum anuncia colaboración estratégica con Tulum Land & Properties para revolucionar el sector inmobiliario

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