Gary Marcus

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6/29/2025, 2:30:51 AM
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Gary Marcus
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o3 can’t play chess. what does that tell us about dreams of AGI?
Gary Marcus
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A long essay on chess and world models and LLMs and why I think pure LLMs are hopeless as a substrate for AGI.

One of the more important essays I have written in a long time, and a good bookend to my “A knockout blow for LLMs?” on the Apple paper.

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The statement critiques the limitations of generative AI, particularly in reasoning and playing chess, and questions its potential for achieving AGI. It references a detailed essay and a paper on AI's reasoning failures, suggesting a broader issue with current AI models.

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    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not cause harm and aims to inform about AI limitations. [+1]
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    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    It promotes understanding by discussing AI's current capabilities and limitations. [+1]
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    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    Engages in constructive criticism of AI technology without personal attacks. [+1]