Fei-Fei Li ( also known as AI Godmother) and Justin Johnson are pioneers in AI. The two have long been laying the groundwork for innovations that are transforming industries today.
They are also the co-founders of World Labs (raised $230mn) and recently discussed the evolution of AI from image recognition to spatial intelligence with a16z team.
Visual spatial intelligence is as fundamental as language: Fei-Fei Li
They explore how this technology could revolutionize our interaction with both virtual and physical worlds, potentially creating new forms of media and transforming industries.
Key Takeaways from the conversation
The Journey to Spatial Intelligence
The field of AI has evolved from simple image recognition to complex spatial understanding. This progression mirrors the human cognitive development, where understanding the 3D world is fundamental to intelligence. Spatial intelligence aims to enable machines to perceive, reason, and act in 3D space and time, opening up new possibilities for interaction and creation.
The importance of spatial intelligence cannot be overstated. It’s as fundamental as language, possibly even more ancient and essential. This technology has the potential to bridge the gap between our digital and physical worlds, enabling more intuitive and immersive experiences.
