QFM033: Machine Intelligence Reading List September 2024
Everything that I found interesting last month about machines behaving intelligently.
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This month kicks off with several articles focusing on prompt engineering and AI reasoning. The Introduction to Anthropic’s Prompt Engineering Interactive Tutorial introduces readers to prompt creation techniques for Anthropic’s Claude model, while Notes on OpenAI’s new o1 chain-of-thought models explores new OpenAI models designed to improve complex reasoning. Building LLMs from the Ground Up: A 3-hour Coding Workshop takes a hands-on approach, guiding developers through the process of building, training, and understanding LLMs, providing a grounding in the structure and logic underpinning LLMs.
Next we take a look at how AI is being integration into professional services. Automating the Back Office: How AI is Transforming Professional Services shows how AI is reshaping back-office operations in legal and financial sectors, automating tasks and addressing staffing needs. Similarly, The three fates of work in the age of AI suggests that while AI may replace some roles, it may also create opportunities for more fulfilling work by freeing up time for complex tasks. AI and the Technological Richter Scale expands on this by comparing technological advances to seismic shifts, evaluating AI’s transformative potential and societal impact.
Ethical and regulatory issues again feature prominently. In AI: A Means to an End or a Means to Our End?, Stephen Fry argues for strict AI regulations, drawing parallels to the historical control of financial systems. Yuval Noah Harari on whether democracy and AI can coexist suggests that AI’s influence on information networks could threaten democratic processes and urges careful governance to balance AI’s potential benefits with its manifest societal risks.
Can AI be funny? Perhaps not on its own, but AI OR DIE: The First 100% AI Sketch Comedy Show (EP01 - Flutes & Horses) illustrates a unique use case: an (almost) entirely AI-generated comedy show. This project presents AI not only as a tool for automating repetitive tasks but also as a contributor to creative fields, challenging traditional ideas of authorship and originality in entertainment. Note: some of this video is perhaps NSFW, so use your judgement.
As always, the Quantum Fax Machine Propellor Hat Key will guide your browsing. Enjoy!
Introduction to Anthropic’s Prompt Engineering Interactive Tutorial: The article provides an introduction to Anthropic’s Prompt Engineering Interactive Tutorial, designed to teach users how to create effective prompts for Claude, an AI model. The course is structured into nine chapters with exercises and an appendix, covering topics from basic prompt structures to advanced techniques. Users can practice writing and troubleshooting prompts in an ‘Example Playground’ area, and the tutorial is available in a more user-friendly format on Google Sheets.
#AI #MachineLearning #PromptEngineering #Anthropic #Claude
J.P. Morgan’s Python Training: The J.P. Morgan Python training course introduces business analysts and traders, along with select clients, to numerical computing and data visualisation in Python. This course aims to make complex topics accessible without requiring a formal programming background, with sessions led by J.P. Morgan technologists and traders.
#PythonTraining #DataVisualization #NumericalComputing #FinanceEducation #JPMorgan
Building LLMs from the Ground Up: A 3-hour Coding Workshop: Dr. Sebastian Raschka offers a 3-hour coding workshop dedicated to building Large Language Models (LLMs) from scratch. The session covers key areas including implementing, training, and utilizing LLMs, with detailed chapter marks for easy navigation. Accompanied by a comprehensive video, this workshop is designed for hands-on learning and deeper understanding of LLMs.
#AI #LLM #MachineLearning #CodingWorkshop #SebastianRaschka
AI OR DIE: The First 100% AI Sketch Comedy Show (EP01 - Flutes & Horses): AI OR DIE presents its pilot episode, “Flutes & Horses,” showcasing 100% AI-generated sketch comedy. The project is driven by Bengt Tibert, Boey, and Mind Wank, inviting viewers to experience comedy purely orchestrated by artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking show combines the creativity of AI with a unique comedic vision. Note: this one is a bit NSFW. Use your judgement.
#AI #Comedy #ArtificialIntelligence #SketchShow #AIComedy
Notes on OpenAI’s new o1 chain-of-thought models: OpenAI recently released two new preview models, o1-preview and o1-mini, emphasizing enhanced reasoning capabilities through a ‘chain of thought’ approach. These models, designed to spend more time thinking before responding, introduce some major trade-offs in costs and performance. They have impressive advancements in handling complex prompts and reasoning but lack transparency in their reasoning process due to hidden reasoning tokens.
#OpenAI #AI #MachineLearning #ChainOfThought #LLMUpdates
A Firehose of LLM / AI Tidbits: The article dives into the latest advancements and insights in Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI, presenting an array of quick tidbits without deep dives. It covers practical applications like using ChatGPT for creating calendar invites, the importance of structuring input data, LLM hallucinations, and viewing AI tools as thought partners. The piece also highlights breakthroughs in the vision and image space, discusses prompt engineering, and advises on balancing learning and building in AI.
#AI #LLMs #ChatGPT #PromptEngineering #TechTrends
AI: A Means to an End or a Means to Our End?: Stephen Fry presented the inaugural ‘Living Well With Technology’ lecture for King’s College London’s Digital Futures Institute. His talk, titled ‘AI: A Means to an End or a Means to Our End?’, explored the transformative impact of AI, drawing parallels to historical technological shifts. Fry argued for the need to regulate AI strictly, similar to the regulation of money, to prevent its misuse by countries, corporations, and criminals.
#AI #Technology #StephenFry #Innovation #Regulation
AI and the Technological Richter Scale: The article introduces the Technological Richter Scale, a concept that categorizes technological innovations based on their societal impact, inspired by the earthquake Richter scale. It discusses various technological milestones and debates their significance, ranging from mundane inventions to epoch-defining breakthroughs. The piece critiques some rankings, argues the potential of AI, and examines hypothetical future scenarios, stressing the transformative or disastrous implications of advanced AI.
#AI #Technology #Innovation #GenerativeAI #FutureTech
Automating the Back Office: How AI is Transforming Professional Services: AI is transforming professional services by automating back-office tasks, improving efficiency and reducing workload for highly trained professionals. Tools like Casetext, Ironclad, and DraftWise in legal, and DataSnipper, AuditBoard, and Black Ore in finance, are revolutionising workflows. The integration of AI is crucial for handling increasing regulatory requirements and data complexity, and is expected to alleviate staff shortages, especially in accounting and legal professions.
#AI #Automation #LegalTech #FinTech #BackOffice
The three fates of work in the age of AI: In an era where AI is poised to replace many jobs, this article by Hannah Seal argues that AI can transform professions by relieving workers from mundane tasks, allowing them to focus on more fulfilling work. While some roles may disappear, others will evolve, offering new opportunities for creativity and human connection. The article highlights examples like DeepScribe for doctors and DataSnipper for auditors, showcasing how AI can enhance job satisfaction and productivity.
#AI #FutureOfWork #Automation #Innovation #JobSatisfaction
OpenAI o1 VS Sonnet 3.5 in Coding Physics Games - AI Showdown: Eduards ‘Do It Yourself’ Lab pits OpenAI’s new o1 model against Sonnet 3.5 from Antropic in a coding challenge to create a car park. Watch these AI models tested in real-time, showcasing their strengths and weaknesses in physics games development.
#OpenAI #AI #Coding #PhysicsGames #AIShowdown
Generative AI: Revolutionising Business with Artificial Intelligence: In the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, the GenAI Playbook serves as an essential guide for businesses to harness the power of Generative AI. It provides strategies and practical insights for implementing AI across various functions, fostering a culture of innovation, and maintaining ethical standards. Designed for executives, IT leaders, and entrepreneurs, it aims to bridge the gap between AI theory and practical business applications.
#GenerativeAI #BusinessInnovation #AIPlaybook #DigitalTransformation #AIIntegration
AI: A Means to an End or a Means to Our End?: Stephen Fry discusses the implications of Artificial Intelligence (Ai) in his thought-provoking lecture, illustrating the progression and potential consequences of technological advancements. He draws on historical analogies to emphasize the unexpected trajectories technology can take and underscores the necessity of regulating Ai similar to how money is controlled globally. Fry also highlights the ethical and social challenges of Ai, calling for comprehensive global frameworks to prevent misuse and ensure safety.
#ArtificialIntelligence #StephenFry #TechEthics #Innovation #FutureOfAI
Yuval Noah Harari on whether democracy and AI can coexist: In this article, Yuval Noah Harari speaks with Sean Illing about the intricate relationship between democracy and artificial intelligence (AI). Harari argues that while information networks have historically driven societal progress, the same networks, when influenced by AI, pose risks that could destabilize democracy. He explores how AI decisions, devoid of human input or comprehension, might erode democratic accountability and lead to unforeseen and potentially catastrophic outcomes.
#AI #Democracy #YuvalNoahHarari #InformationNetworks #Technology
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