I don't know why anyone would believe anything this guy is saying, though, especially now that we know he's going to receive a 7% stake in the now-for-profit company.
There are two main interpretations of what he's saying:
1) He sincerely believes that AGI is around the corner.
2) He sees that his research team is hitting a plateau of what is possible and is prepping for a very successful exit before the rest of the world notices the plateau.
Given his track record of honesty and the financial incentives involved, I know which interpretation I lean towards.
There are two main interpretations of what he's saying:
1) He sincerely believes that AGI is around the corner.
2) He sees that his research team is hitting a plateau of what is possible and is prepping for a very successful exit before the rest of the world notices the plateau.
Given his track record of honesty and the financial incentives involved, I know which interpretation I lean towards.