OpenAI Launches o1 Bots With 'Reasoning' Abilities

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Sep 13, 2024

Above: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Image copyright: Justin Sullivan/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Imagesstory last updated Sep 15

The Facts

OpenAI has introduced a new series of artificial intelligence (AI) models, named "o1 and o1-mini," which the company states can logically reason through complex problems.
The series, reportedly dubbed "Strawberry" internally, uses a "chain-of-thought" reasoning technique, breaking down problems into smaller logical steps.

The Spin

Technoskeptic narrative

As tech giants rush to develop increasingly powerful artificial intelligence, they risk unleashing forces beyond human control. The breakneck pace of advancement leaves little room for safety considerations or ethical guidelines. An unchecked AI arms race could lead to catastrophic accidents or intentional misuse, potentially threatening millions of lives. Humanity's future hangs in the balance as we hurtle towards a technological singularity with potentially dire consequences.

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Narrative B

Fear of AI is largely irrational and rooted in Western paranoia. Asia is embracing AI as a valuable tool for societal progress and economic growth. Historical parallels show that similar fears arose during the Industrial Revolution, yet machines ultimately improved human life. AI will likely relieve humans of tedious mental labor, just as machines did for physical tasks. Embracing AI pragmatically may lead to more productive societal outcomes.