Insights from the Latest Episode of Hard Fork
Episode Overview
The latest episode of Hard Fork delves into the impact of President Trump’s tariffs on the tech industry. The hosts, Kevin Roose and Casey Newton, examine the daily challenges faced by four notable companies amidst the chaotic landscape.
Artificial Intelligence Predictions
Returning to the show is A.I. researcher Daniel Kokotajlo, who presents a new set of forecasts concerning the transformative potential of artificial intelligence over the coming years. He also discusses strategies to mitigate the most dystopian outcomes that may arise from these advancements.
Meta’s A.I. Benchmark Controversy
The episode further investigates allegations surrounding Meta and whether the tech giant compromised the integrity of an essential A.I. benchmark linked to its latest Llama model.
Featured Guests and Contributions
In this episode, listeners can expect to gain insights from:
- Daniel Kokotajlo: A returning expert in artificial intelligence.
This episode was carefully produced by Rachel Cohn and Whitney Jones, with editing handled by Matt Collette. Engineering support was provided by Chris Wood, complemented by original compositions from Dan Powell and Rowan Niemisto. Fact-checking was conducted by Ena Alvarado, ensuring that all information presented is accurate and trustworthy.
Acknowledgments
This week’s episode also extends gratitude to several contributors, including Paula Szuchman, Pui-Wing Tam, Dahlia Haddad, and Jeffrey Miranda, who played vital roles in producing the content.
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