INN013: Bioelectricity | 2041 | GameNgen | Agibot | NVIDIA Eagle | DOOM

Dear Innovators,

Welcome to another exciting episode of our newsletter! 

This week, we went a bit overboard in tech-philosophical discussion 😂.  Bouncing back and forth from consciousness and bioelectricity to AI’s impact on drug design, longevity, personalised medicine, and way beyond into quantum and space. You should see us when we are having such a conversation with a beer at the bar 😁.

And… maybe soon you can meet us at a bar, because we are planning new Meetups! It would be cool if YOU join the conversation. So stay tuned!

The reason we got so philosophical? Well, two major things are happening right now.

First up, Patrick took a deep dive into the work of Michael Levin, exploring the fascinating world of bioelectricity. Turns out, it’s not just our DNA that dictates how we grow, what we grow, or even where our organs end up. There’s a ton of hidden information in bioelectricity, and Levin is doing some groundbreaking research in this area (with AI of course). Patrick’s article on this is a must-read, so be sure to check it out!

The second major thing: Remember DOOM? One of the fist-first-person shooters? Well, it’s now being completely recreated by AI. No rendering, no script, no pre-designed space. Every frame is predicted by AI as you navigate through the game. This is huge!

It’s not just a game-changer for video games but also for movies and all digital content. Imagine stepping into a world of highly personalised digital content. Not pre-created, but generated as you go.

This is just a glimpse of what’s to come. 

And remember, this is the worst it will ever be!

But that’s not all… there’s more to explore in this newsletter. We’ve got a great book tip for you, some NVIDIA news and yet again a new robot.

Enjoy the newsletter, and here’s to more wild, deep, and philosophical discussions ahead!

Patrick, Ricardo & Aragorn

NVIDIA’s Eagle AI has its eyes on its prey

NVIDIA’s new Eagle AI isn’t just an upgrade, it’s a game-changer. This ultra-HD vision system can see the world with an unparalleled level of detail, making it a formidable tool across industries. Whether it’s monitoring industrial equipment, managing traffic, or even replacing human inspectors, Eagle AI is set to revolutionize jobs that require precise visual analysis.

But here’s the kicker: it’s not just about replacing jobs, but redefining them.

Imagine an AI that doesn’t miss a single flaw, error, or inconsistency… ever. Eagle AI isn’t just watching; it’s learning, adapting, and getting better every day. NVIDIA is pushing the envelope, and the ripple effect will be felt worldwide. For anyone who thought their job was too complex for AI, it’s time to think again. This bird of prey has its eyes set on the future and it will not give up the chase.

Agibot vs. Tesla: The New Contender in the Humanoid Robot Race

Former Huawei prodigy, Zeng Huijun, just launched a humanoid robot to rival Tesla’s Optimus, and it’s causing a stir in the tech world. Zeng, once hailed as a “genius youth” at Huawei, has taken the plunge into robotics with his new venture, Agibot. His creation isn’t just another robot, it’s an AI-powered marvel designed to perform complex tasks autonomously, much like the Unitree G1 we covered a few issues ago (which you might see in person at our next meetup, fingers crossed).

Targeting industries like manufacturing and logistics, this humanoid could be the next big thing, offering an alternative to Tesla’s ambitious Optimus. The robot’s dexterity and intelligence are set to push boundaries, and with Zeng’s track record, expectations are sky-high.

The race is on, and as AI and robotics converge, we’re about to witness a clash of titans. Keep an eye on this space, Zeng’s Agibot is gunning for the top spot.

AI and Bioelectricity: The key to hacking life

AI is about to change everything we know about biology, and it’s not just sci-fi anymore. Michael Levin’s groundbreaking work on bioelectricity reveals that cells might operate like software, using electric patterns to instruct DNA.

Levin’s team demonstrated this using flatworms, which can regenerate body parts and potentially live forever. By tweaking their bioelectric fields, they reprogrammed these worms to grow heads in unusual places, creating creatures that "remember" the change.

What’s more, AI isn’t just helping us understand these bioelectric signals, it’s actively modifying them, we’re seeing AI’s potential to revolutionize regenerative medicine. This technology doesn’t just promise to repair damaged tissues; it could extend life itself.

Pat wrote a mind-blowing article about this, if you want to know more about this tech, make sure to give it a read.

GameNGen: Unleashing the Power of AI for Dynamic, Real-Time Game Creation

Imagine playing DOOM, but with a twist—it’s entirely generated on the fly by AI.

Last week, we stumbled upon some mind-blowing videos of this exact scenario. Unlike traditional games where every detail is pre-coded, this version creates the environment as you move, predicting the next frame just like ChatGPT predicts the next word. It’s a quantum leap, where the game world collapses into reality only when you look at it, much like the participatory universe theory in quantum physics.

What’s powering this revolution? GameNGen, an AI-driven game engine designed to create entire game worlds dynamically. Developed with cutting-edge AI models, GameNGen isn’t just changing the game, it’s rewriting the rules. Imagine a future where every game you play is unique, built specifically for you in real-time.

This isn’t just gaming; it’s a glimpse into the future of hyper-personalized media. Soon, AI like GameNGen will be able to craft worlds tailored specifically for us in every medium. The implications are staggering, this is the worst this tech will ever be, and it’s already blowing our minds. The future of entertainment is about to get personal, and it’s going to be amazing.

September Book Tip: 2041

2041 by Kai-Fu Lee offers a compelling and easily digestible glimpse into the near future, uniquely structured across ten chapters. Each chapter begins with a clear explanation of a cutting-edge technology (like LLM’s, Alphafold, Computer Vision, etc) setting the foundation for what’s to come. 

What’s truly refreshing is the perspective from non-US regions, such as Sri Lanka, Japan, Australia, Africa, and the Middle East, offering a more global outlook on technological impact. The fictional stories by Chen Q. Fan, set in the year 2041, bring these technologies to life, playing out just over 15 years into our future. The language is accessible, and the partitioning into ten stories makes it an easy and engaging read. 

This blend of factual analysis and imaginative storytelling helps readers grasp the rapid pace and global scale of technological change. Kai-Fu Lee concludes each chapter by diving deeper into the key technologies, including quantum computing, leaving readers with a comprehensive and thought-provoking vision of what’s to come.

We absolutely recommend this one.

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