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— Sam Altman (@sama) August 7, 2024
Sam Altman teases us with a strawberry plant in a pot; a harbinger of what’s to come (Supplied: X/Twitter)
Altman Teases New AI Model: Project Strawberry
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently hinted at a secretive new AI model, “Project Strawberry,” with a cryptic social media post, as reported by Mashable. The project, as reported by Reuters, aims to develop advanced reasoning capabilities in AI, potentially enabling autonomous internet navigation and deep research—a significant step towards achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI). This move signals a major leap in AI technology, focusing on complex tasks beyond simple prompts.
Uncertain Future Amidst OpenAI’s Challenges
Despite the exciting prospect of Project Strawberry, the timeline and details remain unclear. OpenAI faces internal challenges, including the recent departure of co-founder John Schulman and a sabbatical by co-founder Greg Brockman. Additionally, there are concerns about the AI industry’s slowdown and OpenAI’s financial struggles, casting doubt on the release of new products like GPT-5.
Hype vs. Reality: Proceed with Caution
Altman’s tweet could be an early hint at significant developments or simply an effort to maintain excitement during a challenging period for OpenAI. With progress reportedly slowing and scepticism growing, it’s wise to temper expectations about Project Strawberry until more concrete information is available.
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