LLMs enable novel data compression by recreating content from prompts

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A novel approach to data sharing involves using a local, deterministic Large Language Model (LLM) as a form of unprecedented compression. By sending only a textual prompt to another party running the same LLM, it's possible to recreate large datasets, such as high-definition films. This method could enable the transmission of terabytes of data using only a few kilobytes of text. AI

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IMPACT Conceptual exploration of LLMs as compression tools, potentially enabling novel data sharing methods if realized.

RANK_REASON The content describes a speculative, conceptual use of LLMs for data compression, lacking concrete implementation or evidence of current application, fitting the definition of a meme-level idea.

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Say, both Bob and Anne run a copy of a local, deterministic LLM. Now all Anne has to send to Bob, is a textual prompt. Allowing Bob to recreate the actual data

Say, both Bob and Anne run a copy of a local, deterministic LLM. Now all Anne has to send to Bob, is a textual prompt. Allowing Bob to recreate the actual data that Anne wishes to share. Essentially making the LLM an unprecedented compression algorithm. Anne could potentially sha…

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Say, both Bob and Anne run a copy of a local, deterministic LLM. Now all Anne has to send to Bob, is a textual prompt. Allowing Bob to recreate the actual data

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