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A significant component of advancing AI capabilities lies in improving reasoning and inventiveness. Hassabis noted that while systems like AlphaFold have achieved incredible results in predicting protein structures, existing language models lag in creative capabilities. He broke down creativity into three levels: interpolation (basic averaging), extrapolation (new strategies based on existing patterns), and true inventiveness (creating entirely new concepts, much like a human might).
Hassabis pointed out that AI lacks the ability to set exploratory goals and creatively respond to complex tasks—an ability fundamental to human intelligence. He emphasized that achieving true creativity in AI systems should be a priority for researchers moving forward.