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Thomas Wolf, co-founder and chief science officer of Hugging Face, expresses concern that AI is evolving into mere 'yes-men' without significant advancements in research. He argues that current AI models lack the ability to engage in creative problem-solving akin to that of historical geniuses like Newton and Einstein. Wolf emphasizes the need for AI systems that can ask innovative questions rather than just providing answers based on existing knowledge.
Contrasting with optimistic views from leaders like OpenAI's Sam Altman, who believes superintelligent AI could revolutionize scientific discovery, Wolf highlights a critical flaw in AI's current trajectory. He suggests that AI systems are being developed as obedient students rather than as revolutionary thinkers, limiting their potential to generate new knowledge. To address this, Wolf advocates for new evaluation metrics that encourage AI to explore unconventional ideas and challenge established norms.
• Wolf fears AI is becoming obedient without creative problem-solving capabilities.
• Current AI lacks the ability to generate new knowledge from existing data.
Wolf argues that AI must develop the ability to solve problems creatively, similar to historical geniuses.
Wolf identifies an evaluation crisis in AI, where current benchmarks fail to measure innovative thinking.
Wolf suggests AI should be able to propose counterfactual ideas that challenge existing knowledge.
Hugging Face focuses on developing AI technologies and models, with Wolf advocating for more innovative capabilities.
OpenAI is known for its advancements in AI, with Altman promoting the potential of superintelligent AI for scientific breakthroughs.
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