A Happy New Year 2023: A Wild Ride in the World of AI
It’s been a wild ride in the world of AI in 2023, and I personally think 2024 is going to be even bigger. Before we get too deep into the year, I wanted to share some of my predictions of what I think are going to happen in 2024.
AI Predictions for 2024
To kick this off, let’s start with a tweet from Dr. Jim Fan, a Nvidia senior research scientist and lead of AI agents. He says, “2024 will be epic. We are riding the vertical part of an exponential curve. Every year from now on will be state-of-the-art by far.”
Before I get into my predictions, I want to give a few quick disclaimers. These predictions are based on information I’ve come across, articles I’ve read, conversations I’ve had, and from deep diving into the rabbit hole of AI over the past year. However, I have made a lot of correct predictions, most of my timelines have been way off. The pace of change in AI is exponential, and it’s difficult to put timelines on things.
AI Assistants and Chatbots
I believe 2024 is going to be the year of AI assistance. We’ll see a lot of large language models and chatbots be more and more trained on our specific needs. They’ll be trained on how we speak, the specific niche topics we’re interested in, our past conversations with them, and much more to personally tailor the experience to each individual. AI chatbots will also be more integrated into daily activities, with access to calendars, emails, documents, and more, making tasks like scheduling, email responses, and content creation much easier.
AI Video Generation
We’ll see a huge leap in AI video generation in 2024, with higher quality outputs that are indistinguishable from videos shot with a camera. Generative video models will also be able to produce longer videos with improved quality, enhancing the capabilities of AI video generation.
AI in Education and Healthcare
AI will revolutionize education by providing personalized tutors to every student based on their learning style. In healthcare, AI will enable faster and better medical diagnoses, drug discovery, and vaccine development, leveraging machine learning and computer vision to improve healthcare outcomes.
Gaming and Robotics
We’ll see advancements in AI NPCs in games, creating unique experiences for every player. Robotics will also take over more jobs, particularly dangerous and low-income roles, while self-driving vehicles and advancements in AI-generated game art will transform the gaming industry.
Open Source vs. Closed Source Debate
The debate between open source and closed source large language models will continue in 2024, with implications for copyright, data privacy, and ethical use. With the development of open source models like Mistol AI’s planned release of a gp4 level model, the landscape of large language models is set to evolve.
XR & Augmented Reality
2024 will mark the year of extended reality (XR) and augmented reality (AR), with the release of Apple’s Vision Pro and advancements in AR glasses, VR headsets, and AI features integrated into wearable devices. The accessibility and functionality of AR and VR technologies are expected to accelerate.
Lawsuits and Copyright Challenges
The rise of AI-generated content will lead to an increase in lawsuits and challenges related to copyright and ethical use. As AI tools disrupt traditional industries, the legal landscape surrounding AI and copyright will be reevaluated, with implications for media, journalism, and content creation.
These are just a few of my predictions for 2024, and while timelines may vary, I believe we are on the brink of transformative changes in the world of AI. As we navigate the opportunities and challenges that AI presents, I hope for an inclusive and ethical future that leverages AI for the benefit of humanity.
Thank you for tuning in, and here’s to an exciting year ahead in AI!
