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Benedict Evans: AI struggles to create original ideas, only remixes

Benedict Evans argues that current AI models are incapable of generating truly original ideas. He posits that these models are trained on past data, making them adept at remixing existing information but unable to recognize or initiate cultural shifts that require a departure from the norm. This limitation raises questions about whether LLMs can produce genuine novelty or are confined to producing variations of the familiar. AI

IMPACT Raises questions about the fundamental creative capabilities of AI and its potential to drive cultural innovation.

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Benedict Evans: AI struggles to create original ideas, only remixes

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    Why original ideas are impossible for AI," argues @benedictevans. Models give you the average of the past—they can’t sense when culture needs a radical break, l

    Why original ideas are impossible for AI," argues @benedictevans. Models give you the average of the past—they can’t sense when culture needs a radical break, like when disco fell out of favour. Do LLMs truly create novelty, or just remix the familiar? # ai # creativity Watch the…