The 2024 World Science and Technology Development Forum in Beijing brought together scientists and entrepreneurs to discuss the evolving landscape of the AI industry. Key discussions focused on the importance of international cooperation to harness AI's benefits while managing its risks. Notable trends highlighted included the significance of high-quality data and the potential of generative AI technologies.
Qiao Hong emphasized the need for a shift towards small, high-quality datasets to mitigate privacy risks and resource consumption. Wang Haifeng from Baidu shared insights on the advancements in large models, which are crucial for achieving Artificial General Intelligence. The forum underscored the necessity for global governance frameworks to ensure ethical AI development and prevent misuse.
• International cooperation is essential for maximizing AI benefits and governance.
• Baidu's ERNIE Bot has over 300 million users, showcasing AI's rapid adoption.
AGI refers to AI systems that possess general cognitive abilities similar to human intelligence, which is a goal for future AI development.
Generative AI involves algorithms that can create new content, such as text or images, based on learned patterns from existing data.
Large models are advanced AI systems that can handle diverse tasks and modalities, enhancing the capabilities of AI applications.
Baidu is a leading AI company in China, known for its generative AI product ERNIE Bot, which has gained significant user traction.
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