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Dr Brian Keating
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Anil Ananthaswamy: Are We Stuck With AI We Don't Understand?

Jan 23, 2026
AI Summary
  • Large language models succeed through mathematical mechanisms we don't fully understand, raising questions about their reliability and interpretability
  • Overparameterization and insufficient training data suggest AI systems may be finding non-obvious patterns or exploiting mathematical quirks rather than genuine understanding
  • Understanding whether models reveal deep structure or produce sophisticated illusions is critical before allowing them to shape human futures

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