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The future of AI for 2025 and beyond from 100+ experts
Check out the exclusive preview of The Millennium Project’s State of the Future 20.0, Google's 7-year quest to give AI a robot body, and more.
Matt Leta
September 13, 2024
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Hi there, welcome to your Lighthouse!
In today's lineup:
🧑🤝🧑 People
Innovation Champion: Eric Schmidt warns U.S. risks falling behind in AI.
Exclusive Preview: The Millennium Project’s State of the Future 20.0.
AI Revolution: Tesla’s ex-Autopilot lead on the next AI breakthrough.
🤖 Robots
Google’s Moonshot: 7-year quest to give AI a robot body.
SpaceX Polaris Dawn: Crew reaches new heights in space.
Bluesky: The app challenging Twitter.
❤️ Love
Personal Development: AI-Aided Graphic Design Course.
Personal Growth: Exponential Growth Mindset to embrace rapid change.
Reading time: 5 min.
PEOPLE 👥
Innovation Champion 🏆
Schmidt believes that the AI field is currently experiencing an unprecedented rate of innovation, surpassing previous technological advancements. He predicts that general artificial intelligence (AI), capable of performing any intellectual task a human can, could be achievable within the next decade.
Schmidt assesses that China is currently two to three years behind the U.S. in AI development but emphasizes their strong commitment to catching up. He warns that if the U.S. becomes complacent and stops innovating, China could overtake them in AI, leading to negative consequences.
We’ve got some exciting highlights to share from the upcoming State of the Future 20.0 report, compiled by The Millennium Project. This 500-page comprehensive overview will be officially released this Sunday, offering one of the most detailed insights into the global challenges and future opportunities we face today.
As part of the project, we had the privilege to collaborate in shaping this influential report, and we’ve gained early access to some key findings that we’re excited to share with you before the official release.
Recognized as a global “report card for humanity,” the State of the Future spotlights the progress we’ve made and identifies the critical areas where urgent action is needed.
I had the pleasure of getting an exclusive peek,
and here’s what’s coming:
AGI is the most urgent challenge. A small window to get it right.
Revolutionizing every sector. AGI will reshape industries worldwide.
Climate action demands global unity. Individual efforts won’t suffice.
Tech risks need stronger governance. Regulation is key to preventing misuse.
Expert insights drive the report. Contributions from the UN, OpenAI, and more.
Read the full article on Medium and read Millennium Project’s
press release for more info.
In the latest No Priors episode, the former leader of OpenAI and Tesla's Autopilot team dives into the evolution of self-driving cars, comparing Tesla’s and Waymo’s approaches while discussing the technical challenges still ahead. He also explores Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot and the potential for AI to be integrated with human cognition. He also introduced his new venture, Eureka Labs, focusing on AI-driven education, and shared insights on what young people should study to succeed in the rapidly evolving future.
Why this matters: As AI and robotics reshape industries, these insights provide a roadmap for understanding today’s landscape and preparing the next generation for rapid technological change.’
ROBOTS 🤖
Google X's ambitious moonshot, led by Hans Peter Brondmo, set out to merge AI with robotics. Over seven years, their team worked to create robots capable of helping with everyday tasks like sorting trash and cleaning tables, powered by breakthroughs in AI. Despite significant progress, the project was ultimately shut down in 2023.
A deeper look: While the program didn’t last, it demonstrated the potential for AI and robotics to address critical global challenges, including aging populations and workforce shortages. The race to create AI-powered robots is far from over, with lessons from Google’s efforts likely to shape future innovations.
SpaceX’s latest mission, Polaris Dawn, has launched a crew higher than any manned mission in 50 years, pushing the boundaries of space exploration. This historic journey includes the first commercial spacewalk and vital research into the effects of high-altitude radiation on the human body.
The bigger picture: Polaris Dawn signals a significant advancement in private space missions, with implications for future expeditions to Mars. SpaceX’s new spacesuits and Dragon capsule modifications are vital tests for humanity’s next steps beyond Earth’s orbit. Read the full article on Medium.
AI Solutions 💡
Hocoos AI Website Builder helps you create a business-ready website by answering 8 simple questions—no coding needed.
Enter Your Email: Begin by entering your email on hocoos.com.
Choose a Category: Select your business type (e.g., yoga teacher).
Set Website Purpose: Define your site’s goals like selling products or collecting testimonials.
Provide Location: Add your address or choose an online-only option.
Customize Design: Select from AI-generated designs, color palettes, and fonts.
Create Your Website: Click "Create" to generate your fully customizable website.
Learn more here
Tool Spotlight 🔧
The decentralized social platform envisioned by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is gaining momentum as a popular alternative. With over 9 million users and a focus on transparency, Bluesky is setting itself apart from the competition by offering a community-driven, ad-free experience.
Key Features:
Decentralized Protocol: Built on the AT Protocol, providing transparency and user control.
Customizable Feeds: Tailor your social experience with personalized algorithms.
No Ads: Monetized through paid services rather than advertisements.
Learn more here
Automate Phone Calls with Synthflow AI
Always-on AI voice assistants to automate your calls.
Book appointments, transfer calls, and extract valuable info.
Integrates with your CRM, easy setup, no coding required.
Nerd Corner 🤓
Multi-hop Reasoning
Multi-hop Reasoning is the ability of AI to connect multiple pieces of information to answer complex questions, such as combining medical data from different sources or linking case laws in legal research.
Key Characteristics:
Connected Answers: Gathers data from multiple sources for a complete response.
Step-by-Step Reasoning: Links facts logically to solve complex queries.
LOVE ❤️
Personal Development 📚
Exciting news—I’ll be guest lecturing in this 6-week live online course, hosted by James Hurst, Creative Director at Tinder, and former Creative Lead at Google & Pinterest. We’ll dive into how AI tools like ChatGPT, Figma, and Mid Journey can level up your creative workflow, sharpen your design thinking, and boost productivity by up to 50%.
What you’ll learn:
How to use AI to enhance both your creative and strategic design skills
Integrating data-driven insights directly into your design work
Hands-on assignments, case studies, and a capstone project to tie it all together
It’s free to audit, and just $149 for a certificate.
Personal Growth 🌱
Exponential growth mindset embraces rapid, accelerating change as an opportunity. It's about recognizing potential in technological advancements and positioning oneself to harness these accelerating trends, crucial in the age of AI.
Personal application:
Embrace Uncertainty: View insecurity as a catalyst for growth.
Continuous Learning: Rapidly acquire new skills to keep up with tech.
Adaptability: Quickly pivot to new circumstances and opportunities.
Professional application:
Innovation Focus: Leverage emerging technologies like AI for growth.
Agile Planning: Develop flexible strategies for rapid market changes.
Double Exponential Thinking: Consider increasing tech power and decreasing costs.
Learn more here
In Culture 🤌
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