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johnd • Jul 12, 2023, 2:50 am EDT

Do Large Language Models Really Understand? The Complex ‘Knowledge’ of LLMs

A large language model is a trained deep-learning model that understands and generates text in a human-like fashion. The debate on whether large language models (LLMs) truly “know” what they are talking about is still up in the air. Yes, they do manipulate information, symbols and data in a way that seems akin to knowledge. They recognize patterns and have been trained on vast amounts of information. But the key question, based on the various philosophical perspectives, remains whether this can be classified as knowledge in the traditional sense. LLMs can process, predict and generate based on the inputs they’ve

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johnd • Jul 7, 2023, 11:21 am EDT

Lightning Labs Revolutionizes AI and Bitcoin Ecosystem with Cutting-Edge Developer Tools

In an exhilarating development, Lightning Labs has unveiled an innovative set of tools that empowers developers to intertwine Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. This technological advancement introduces a pioneering standard, creating a path for dynamic pricing for APIs, while simultaneously providing AI the capacity to send, hold, and receive Bitcoin. A paradigm shift is on the horizon that challenges the traditional landscapes of AI, blockchain, and finance. The suite of developer tools is designed to bridge the gap between the global AI and Lightning developer communities. The core objective is to create a universally inclusive, cost-effective

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johnd • Jul 6, 2023, 9:18 am EDT

David vs. Goliath: Inflection AI’s $880M Investment in Supercomputing

On the bleeding edge of artificial intelligence and supercomputing, Inflection AI is making big strides. The up-and-coming tech start-up, known for its Inflection-1 AI model, has announced a hefty investment in a staggering new AI supercomputer. The impressive machine comes equipped with 22,000 NVIDIA H100 AI GPUs, valued at approximately $40,000 each, amounting to an investment of roughly $880 million. The Silicon Valley-based firm has made its mark on the tech landscape with its ambition to democratize AI, aiming to create a “personal AI for everyone.” The Inflection-1 AI model, a cornerstone of the company’s offering, is particularly recognized for

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