Summary
The article discusses the current limitations and potential of artificial intelligence (AI) through insights from cognitive scientist Gary Marcus. It highlights the need for AI systems to incorporate real-world understanding rather than just scaling up existing technology. Additionally, a Newsweek webinar will explore how AI is changing business operations.
Key Facts
- Gary Marcus, a cognitive scientist, explains that large language models (LLMs) impress but lack real understanding of meaning.
- Marcus argues that LLMs recognize patterns from text but fail to develop mental models like humans, who use real-world experiences.
- He states that simply making AI systems larger won't fix their weaknesses; AI needs symbolic reasoning and "world models."
- AI projects like AlphaFold succeed because they embed scientific structure into their designs.
- Despite difficulties, Marcus is hopeful about AI's future if it incorporates human-like understanding.
- A Newsweek webinar, "How AI Is Reshaping Business," will discuss AI's impact on business operations, featuring experts from Google and Harvard Business School.
