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“The Future of AI is Here” — Fei-Fei Li Unveils the Next Frontier of AI
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09/21/24
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Visual spatial intelligence is as fundamental as language, and we have the right ingredients now, including advancements in compute and algorithms, to unlock its potential.
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The last two years have seen a massive rush of consumer AI technologies, marking an exciting moment in the field.
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After two decades in AI, I've witnessed the transition from AI winters to the rise of deep learning, which has opened up new possibilities in various applications.
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We're currently experiencing a Cambrian explosion in AI, with advancements in processing text, pixels, videos, and audio, leading to new applications and models.
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The success of deep learning is not just about algorithms; it's also about the availability of large datasets, like ImageNet, which have driven advancements in the field.
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The growth in computational power over the last decade has been astounding, enabling the development of more complex AI models and applications.
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The breakthrough moment in computer vision for deep learning was the 2012 AlexNet paper, which significantly outperformed previous algorithms in the ImageNet challenge.
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The era of supervised learning relied heavily on human-labeled data, but recent advancements allow us to train models without requiring explicit human input, unlocking new possibilities.
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The distinction between supervised learning and generative models is crucial; generative models focus on creating new content rather than merely identifying or predicting existing data.
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Generative models have evolved significantly, moving from basic attempts at generation to real-time applications that can create impressive outputs, such as artistic style transfer.
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Spatial intelligence is about a machine's ability to perceive, reason, and act in 3D space and time, understanding how objects and events are positioned and how interactions affect those positions.
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The next decade in AI will focus on understanding new data, particularly from smartphones and their cameras, which are positioned in the 3D world, rather than just analyzing existing data.
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Nerf, or Neural Radiance Fields, represents a breakthrough in backing out 3D structure from 2D observations, merging reconstruction and generation in computer vision.
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The fundamental difference between language models and spatial intelligence is that language is a generated signal, while the 3D world follows physical laws and has its own structures.
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By integrating a 3D representation into models, we can better align the model's capabilities with the tasks we want it to perform, enhancing user affordances. Spatial intelligence is crucial for creating technology that understands and interacts with the 3D world, enabling a wide range of applications.
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The future of spatial intelligence includes generating immersive 3D worlds for various applications, such as gaming and education, rather than just static images or videos.
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Creating virtual interactive worlds can revolutionize media, making it more accessible and affordable, thus expanding its use beyond just video games.
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The integration of spatial intelligence with augmented reality will enhance user experiences, allowing for real-time interaction with the physical world.
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Spatial intelligence will enable robots to interact effectively with the physical world, bridging the gap between digital and real-world environments.
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Building a successful team for spatial intelligence requires multidisciplinary expertise, including system engineering, machine learning, and computer graphics.
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The ultimate goal of spatial intelligence is to have widespread deployment and impact, allowing businesses and individuals to leverage its capabilities effectively.
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The journey of developing spatial intelligence will lead to unforeseen possibilities, expanding the boundaries of technology and its applications.