Welcome to today’s episode where we dive into the future of AI, and we mean the near future. OpenAI just dropped something huge—the "o1" model, and it’s stirring up the AI world. Unlike previous models that just generate text, o1 is supposed to actually think, reasoning like a human tackling a complex problem. We’re talking real-time thought processes that break problems down step by step.

We’ll unpack what makes o1 different from the AI you’ve seen before, like its use of “reasoning tokens” to solve problems. Yes, it’s like paying for AI’s thinking time. But does it live up to the hype? Spoiler alert: It outperformed humans in math and competitive programming tests and even nailed PhD-level science questions!

And it doesn’t stop there. We’ll discuss the ethical implications of AI that can think and reason. How will tools like o1 shape fields like medicine, research, and software development? And what does this mean for the future of AI, both in terms of capability and responsibility?

Plus, we’ll touch on "o1 Mini," a more affordable and efficient version perfect for researchers experimenting with AI prompts—a new field of “prompt engineering.”

Stick around as we explore the possibilities and challenges of this next leap in AI development. And let’s not forget: with this power comes responsibility. So, what choices will we make today that will shape tomorrow’s AI?

Thanks for joining us on this exciting journey into the future of AI!