Large language model
Researchers have developed a system called DEJAVU that predicts contextual sparsity in large language models (LLMs), enabling faster inference without compromising quality. DEJAVU achieves significant reduction in token generation latency without accuracy loss compared to existing models. The system uses lightweight learning-based algorithms to accurately predict sparsity. DEJAVU shows promise in improving the efficiency of…
This article explains the concepts of selections in Evolutionary Algorithms (EAs). It covers topics such as value proposition, definitions of phenotypes, genotypes, fitness, population, recombination, mutation, and survivor selection. The article also discusses the parent selection process in EAs and introduces two methods: roulette wheel selection and tournament selection. The next article in the series…
The Prithvi-100M Geospatial AI Foundation Model, developed by IBM and NASA, is a flexible deep learning algorithm trained on NASA satellite data. It can be applied to various tasks such as flooding and crop type identification. The model uses a combination of a vision transformer and a masked autoencoder architecture. It has been trained on…
The author discusses their reasons for learning JavaScript as a data scientist. They highlight two main reasons: building visualizations with D3.js and becoming a “full stack data scientist.” They argue that learning JavaScript expands their programming skills and allows them to work with different parts of the tech stack. They acknowledge that JavaScript may not…
The text outlines five strategies for transforming a Data Science practice to a Senior role. These strategies include re-thinking the finish line, knowing stakeholders, generating opportunities, mastering processes, and becoming a teacher. The author emphasizes the importance of technical skills, business understanding, stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and mentoring as key factors for success as a…
Researchers conducted a study to assess ChatGPT’s morphological abilities in four languages (English, German, Tamil, and Turkish). The findings showed that ChatGPT falls short compared to specialized systems, particularly in English. The study highlights the need for more research into morphological capabilities of large language models and cautions against claims of human-like language skills. German…
Researchers have developed a comprehensive formal planar geometry system called FormalGeo, which allows AI models to solve complex geometry problems in a human-readable and verifiable manner. They have also created the FGPS solver and the FormalGeo7k dataset for AI integration. The study emphasizes the importance of mathematical formalization and discusses the role of AI in…
Elon Musk has announced the upcoming launch of xAI’s proprietary chatbot, Grok. Designed for conversational question-answering, Grok will have real-time access to information through the X database. Musk mentioned that Grok may avoid certain sensitive questions and has a sarcastic and humorous programming. Early access to Grok will be available to subscribers of X’s Premium…
This article provides an overview of how neural networks are trained and learn patterns in data. It explains the concepts of forward pass and backpropagation, and discusses the architecture and structure of neural networks. The article also includes examples and equations to illustrate the process. It concludes by mentioning the use of deep learning libraries…
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI is set to launch its first AI model this Saturday to a select group. Musk, who previously founded OpenAI, believes that xAI’s new model is superior and plans to make it accessible to subscribers of X Premium+. xAI collaborates with Tesla and other companies to expand its reach.
Scarlett Johansson has filed a lawsuit against an AI application called Lisa AI: 90’s Yearbook & Avatar for unauthorized use of her image and name in a promotional video. Her representatives have taken legal action and the controversial advertisement has been withdrawn. This is not the first time Johansson has dealt with unauthorized use of…
Universal Music Group released the Beatles’ final track “Now and Then,” which features AI-reconstructed vocals by John Lennon. The release is accompanied by a documentary that showcases the technology behind the production. The documentary reveals how Peter Jackson developed software to isolate Lennon’s voice from a demo recording on a cassette tape from the 1970s.…
Australian academics apologize for using false information generated by an AI chatbot, Bard, in their submission to an Australian parliamentary inquiry. The academics were lobbying for the breakup of the big four auditing firms and included inaccurate claims about misconduct by these firms. The auditing firms pointed out the inaccuracies, but cannot pursue defamation cases…
In this article, the author discusses their experience working as a data engineer in both a DevOps-focused role and an analytics engineering role. They highlight the differences between DevOps and DataOps, including the focus on software as a product in DevOps and data quality in DataOps. The key metrics of success for DevOps are downtime…
This article provides ideas and techniques for expressing simultaneous changes in geospatial data using Python. It covers various chart types, including choropleth maps, bubble charts, pie charts, bar charts, and line charts. The author explains how to obtain and plot geospatial data and includes examples and code snippets throughout the article. The goal is to…
The text discusses five boundaries that can help achieve a better work-life balance as a data scientist in 2024. These boundaries include setting up a documentation system, allowing for longer project timelines, refusing unrealistic deadlines, avoiding overtime for artificial deadlines, and prioritizing quality over speed in data analysis projects.
The rise in demand for data-centric local intelligence has highlighted the need for autonomous data analysis at the edge. Edge-AI devices, such as wearables and smartphones, represent the next phase of growth in the semiconductor industry. However, these devices face the challenge of the von Neumann bottleneck, which limits their ability to process data locally.…
Researchers from the University of Zurich evaluated the performance of Large Language Models (LLMs), specifically GPT-4, in autonomous fact-checking. While LLMs show promise in fact-checking with contextual information, their accuracy varies based on query language and claim veracity. Further research is needed to improve understanding of LLM capabilities and limitations in fact-checking tasks.
Researchers from Tsinghua University and ByteDance have developed SALMONN, a multimodal language model (LLM) that can recognize and comprehend various audio inputs, including voice, audio events, and music. They also propose a low-cost activation tuning technique to activate cross-modal emergent skills and reduce catastrophic forgetting. SALMONN performs well on a range of hearing tasks.
SELF-RAG is a framework that enhances large language models by dynamically retrieving relevant information and reflecting on its generations. It significantly improves quality, factuality, and performance on various tasks, outperforming other models. SELF-RAG is effective in open-domain question-answering, reasoning, fact verification, and long-form content generation. Further research and refinement can enhance output accuracy and address…