Gary Marcus

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Score 83
6/3/2025, 6:28:37 PM
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Daniel Litt
@littmath
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214d
@GaryMarcus @UserJourneys What does “the diagonal” mean here? Exponential growth would correspond to a line of some slope on this graph, not necessarily slope = 1.
Gary Marcus
@GaryMarcus
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214d
@littmath @UserJourneys i read it as hypothetical, raising the question of whether anything actually fits the diagonal
Daniel Litt
@littmath
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214d
@UserJourneys @GaryMarcus What is the y-axis here?
Michael Heraghty
@UserJourneys
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215d
Time to calm down about AI, at least about LLMs.
A rough visualisation of the "diminishing returns" view of current progress, as explained by @GaryMarcus

The statement critiques the discussion around AI progress, suggesting that the mathematical basis ('the diagonal') is more of a fantasy than reality. It implies that the conversation lacks substantial mathematical analysis.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not directly harm but implies a lack of rigor in the discussion, which could be seen as a critique rather than harmful.
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not promote understanding or empathy, as it dismisses the discussion as lacking real math. [-1]
  3. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in critique but does not attack individuals personally, focusing instead on the content of the discussion. [+1]