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The speaker emphasizes that the term artificial general intelligence is, in many ways, a problematic label. Intelligence, as a concept, remains inherently vague—a "squishy" attribute that lacks precise definition. It is not a concrete behavior but rather an abstract characteristic, making it difficult to pin down, measure, or evaluate objectively.
He points out that the goalposts surrounding AGI are constantly shifting, which hampers meaningful progress. Since the term is so broad, it risks encompassing a wide array of abilities, expectations, and interpretations, ultimately leading to confusion and inflated expectations.