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Experiments like the "Simple Bench" test have shown that LLMs struggle with basic physical reasoning tasks, performing significantly worse than humans. This has led to concerns about the limitations of current AI architectures in achieving the level of general intelligence required for AGI.
The Potential for Rapid Progress
Despite these concerns, Altman remains confident that the jump from the current "level 2" AI systems to "level 4" innovators and inventors is achievable in the near future. He believes that by leveraging the current models in creative ways, the industry can unlock significant advancements without the need for major architectural breakthroughs.
This optimism is bolstered by recent research demonstrating the ability of LLMs to generate novel, expert-level research ideas, suggesting that the path to automating research and innovation may be closer than previously thought.
Conclusion: A Transformative Decade Ahead?
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