Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Mr. Masayoshi Son: ‘AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) is a shining crystal ball’ (July 10th, 2023)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. The Birth of AI

3. The Preemptive AI Symposium

4. SoftBank Group’s Statement

5. AGI: A Crystal Ball

6. The Limitations of Current AI

7. The Importance of Computer Resources

8. Challenges for Japanese AI Companies

9. The Power of Specialized AI

10. The Future of AGI

Introduction

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on society. AI has come a long way since the early days of 8-bit and 16-bit computers, and it continues to evolve at an astonishing pace. We will delve into the recent Preemptive AI Symposium held at the University of Tokyo, where prominent figures from the government and private sector gathered to discuss the future of AI. One of the highlights of the event was SoftBank Group’s Chairman and President, Mr. Son, who compared AGI to a crystal ball. We will examine the implications of this analogy and its significance for