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Big Short Prototype: Trillion-Dollar AI Investment Started on the Wrong Path from the Beginning

Michael Burry draws a parallel between a 19th-century case study and modern AI development to argue that the current path of large language models (LLMs) is fundamentally flawed. He references an 1880 article from the Smithsonian about Melville Ballard, a deaf man who, without formal language, engaged in complex abstract reasoning about the origins of the universe, life, and God. This story demonstrates that true reasoning and understanding exist prior to and independent of language. Burry contends that by prioritizing language processing over the development of genuine reasoning capabilities, LLMs are merely creating sophisticated mirrors of data, not true understanding. They operate in an intermediate zone, simulating reasoning but lacking the innate rational capacity that precedes language. This "language-first" approach, driven by immense computational brute force, leads to inherent flaws like hallucinations and an inability to achieve real comprehension. The proposed solution is a shift towards a "reasoning-first" architecture, which would focus on compressing information and utilizing System 2 reasoning to drastically reduce computational needs. Burry suggests that true AI must pass a "Ballard Test": demonstrating rational thought without language. He concludes by linking this technological critique to a cyclical pattern of speculative investment booms, comparing the current AI hype to the 19th-century mining speculation in San Francisco, warning of an inevitable bust if the foundational approach isn't corrected.

marsbit20 год тому

Big Short Prototype: Trillion-Dollar AI Investment Started on the Wrong Path from the Beginning

marsbit20 год тому

Solana Foundation President Lily Liu Says 'Don't Waste Time with Crypto'—Is the Crypto Industry Really Dead?

Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation, sparked controversy by echoing a statement from OpenClaw founder Peter Steinberger: "don't waste time with crypto." Steinberger’s remark was a direct response to ongoing harassment from crypto speculators who promoted a fraudulent token falsely tied to his project, causing significant financial losses for investors. His frustration is aimed at the predatory and scam-prone aspects of the industry rather than the technology itself. Liu’s repetition of the statement, however, was met with criticism and confusion, given her leadership role in a major blockchain foundation. Many interpreted it as a negative signal toward the crypto industry’s current state, though others suggested it might be ironic commentary on its speculative excesses. The incident reflects broader trends: talent and capital are shifting toward AI, which is seen as being in a value-creation phase with clearer opportunities. However, the crypto market has historically absorbed capital and attention when other tech sectors mature and returns diminish. The current downturn is part of a natural cycle, and the industry’s long-term viability will depend on what remains after speculative projects are filtered out.

marsbit2 дні тому 12:32

Solana Foundation President Lily Liu Says 'Don't Waste Time with Crypto'—Is the Crypto Industry Really Dead?

marsbit2 дні тому 12:32

XRP-Paypal Rumors: What This Acquisition Would Mean For Ripple

PayPal's stock decline has sparked speculation about potential acquisitions, with Ripple emerging as a candidate due to synergies in digital payments and cross-border transfers. While Ripple's private valuation reportedly exceeds PayPal's $40 billion market cap, financing such a deal would require complex capital raises or a reverse merger. Acquiring PayPal would integrate its PYUSD stablecoin into Ripple's ecosystem and provide immediate access to established payment networks and regulatory frameworks. Despite Ripple's recent acquisitions totaling $2.7 billion, including firms in treasury management and stablecoin payments, no talks with PayPal have been confirmed. The discussion remains speculative.

bitcoinist02/27 01:02

XRP-Paypal Rumors: What This Acquisition Would Mean For Ripple

bitcoinist02/27 01:02

Dogecoin reclaims $0.10 as speculative demand heats up – Can DOGE hold?

Dogecoin (DOGE) briefly reclaimed the $0.10 level, reaching a high of $0.106 before retracing to $0.099, a 7.43% daily increase. Spot and derivatives volume surged over 72% to $3.36 billion, indicating renewed speculative interest. Open interest also rose, suggesting fresh long positioning. Market data showed a bullish bias among top traders, with elevated long/short ratios on major exchanges. However, momentum indicators like the RSI and RVGI, along with a negative delta in buy/sell volume, point to significant selling pressure. The price action reflects a battle between bulls and bears. Sustained demand could push DOGE toward $0.11, but if selling persists, it may drop to $0.093.

ambcrypto02/27 01:01

Dogecoin reclaims $0.10 as speculative demand heats up – Can DOGE hold?

ambcrypto02/27 01:01

ZachXBT’s Teaser Sparks $2M in Prediction Market Bets

Crypto researcher ZachXBT sparked significant speculation and market activity with a cryptic tweet, leading to over $2 million in prediction market bets. While the tweet lacked specific details, it raised concerns due to ZachXBT's history of exposing fraud and tracking illicit funds in DeFi. The crypto market reacted with slight price volatility as traders and analysts attempted to gauge potential implications for major exchanges or enforcement actions. Risk management was tightened amid the uncertainty. The community awaits further clarification, expecting ZachXBT to provide evidence such as documentation or transaction hashes, as he has done in past investigations. Despite the speculation, derivatives funding rates remained stable, and no defensive actions have been announced by exchanges or projects.

TheNewsCrypto02/24 07:02

ZachXBT’s Teaser Sparks $2M in Prediction Market Bets

TheNewsCrypto02/24 07:02

Bitwise Invest CIO Matt Hougan Defends Bitcoin with a Comparison to Gold

Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer of Bitwise, has defended Bitcoin against criticism that labels it a purely speculative asset. He argues that Bitcoin is an emerging store of value, comparing its current developmental stage to a "teenage" phase, which is a necessary part of its maturation process. Hougan emphasizes that all assets, including gold, undergo a transition from high speculation to established value. His comments were in response to assertions by Tom Essaye, shared by Nate Geraci, that Bitcoin lacks the utility of gold and is not a reliable inflation hedge. Hougan previously drew parallels between Bitcoin and gold, noting that new stores of value typically experience high initial volatility and rapid appreciation before stabilizing. This defense comes amid significant price volatility and declining value in Bitcoin.

TheNewsCrypto02/23 08:20

Bitwise Invest CIO Matt Hougan Defends Bitcoin with a Comparison to Gold

TheNewsCrypto02/23 08:20

Pump.fun Launches GitHub Creator Fee Sharing: Integrating 'Tipping' into the Meme Coin Factory's Funding Pipeline

Pump.fun, a prominent and controversial meme coin launch platform on Solana, has introduced a new feature allowing users to direct "creator fees" to any GitHub account via its mobile app. This update, presented as a way to support developers, is more than a simple tipping mechanism; it represents a strategic shift in the platform’s incentive structure and growth model. The platform enables users to create and trade tokens with extreme ease, leading to the minting of millions of mostly speculative meme coins. However, high failure rates and intense attention competition have posed significant challenges. By integrating GitHub—a core identity system for developers—Pump.fun aims to productize financial support for open-source contributors, incorporate external developers into its incentive flow, and build a narrative that shifts from pure speculation to “supporting builders.” This move is part of a broader trend toward social and community-oriented features, reflecting Pump.fun’s effort to evolve from a high-volume “token factory” into a sustainable ecosystem. Potential benefits include attracting new users and transactions, though risks remain around fee redistribution, speculative token dynamics, and increased regulatory and content moderation complexity. The update underscores Pump.fun’s attempt to balance growth, incentives, and narrative in the volatile meme coin market.

marsbit02/22 03:49

Pump.fun Launches GitHub Creator Fee Sharing: Integrating 'Tipping' into the Meme Coin Factory's Funding Pipeline

marsbit02/22 03:49

Digital Gold, Future Payments, Speculative Choice? Bitcoin's 'Narratives' Collapse One by One at the 'Peak of Faith'

Bitcoin is facing an unprecedented identity crisis as its core value narratives collapse simultaneously. Despite gaining regulatory support and institutional adoption, its price has plummeted over 40% from its high, erasing more than $1 trillion in market value. The cryptocurrency’s fundamental narratives—digital gold, a payment mechanism, and a speculative asset—are all faltering. As a “digital gold” substitute, Bitcoin failed to act as a safe haven during geopolitical tensions, while gold ETFs attracted significant inflows. In payments, stablecoins are now preferred, with key proponents like Jack Dorsey shifting focus. Meanwhile, speculative interest is moving toward prediction markets like Polymarket, offering faster, leveraged outcomes without Bitcoin’s volatility. Though Bitcoin remains highly liquid and has survived past crises, its relevance is now in question. Without a unifying narrative, it risks a gradual loss of attention, capital, and belief—raising the fundamental question: What is Bitcoin’s purpose when its core stories disintegrate?

华尔街日报02/22 01:46

Digital Gold, Future Payments, Speculative Choice? Bitcoin's 'Narratives' Collapse One by One at the 'Peak of Faith'

华尔街日报02/22 01:46

XRP On Coinbase Crashes 90%, Binance Hits Lowest Reserves, What’s Going On?

On-chain data reveals a dramatic 90% plunge in XRP supply on Coinbase and a significant drop in Binance reserves to their lowest levels since early 2024, sparking market speculation. Crypto commentator Ledger Man suggested these withdrawals may indicate large-scale off-exchange accumulation, potentially by institutional players like BlackRock. Estimates indicate BlackRock could have acquired between 200 million to 400 million XRP, though this remains unconfirmed. The outflows, totaling hundreds of millions of dollars, may reduce immediate sell pressure, as moving assets off exchanges often signals long-term holding intentions. Despite previous false rumors of an XRP ETF, BlackRock's growing crypto involvement continues to fuel such speculation. XRP price was trading at $1.42 at the time of reporting.

bitcoinist02/19 22:19

XRP On Coinbase Crashes 90%, Binance Hits Lowest Reserves, What’s Going On?

bitcoinist02/19 22:19

Crypto Is Not Dead, Crypto Is Reborn

Cryptocurrency is evolving to serve fundamental human impulses that have persisted for millennia: speculation, ownership, and value transfer. Historically, humans have always sought to wager on uncertain outcomes, from ancient dice games to modern financial markets. Traditional finance built complex, restrictive systems around these impulses, but crypto is removing friction and gatekeeping. Platforms like Hyperliquid demonstrate this by processing 2% of global silver trading volume in a month via a decentralized, permissionless protocol—attracting users who desired exposure but were hindered by traditional infrastructure. Prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi monetize opinions and are gaining mainstream traction through partnerships with major media outlets and platforms like Robinhood. Beyond speculation, crypto addresses the need for ownership through tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), like U.S. Treasuries and gold, making them globally accessible and programmable. BlackRock’s move to trade its tokenized treasury fund on Uniswap signals institutional recognition of this infrastructure. Stablecoins, meanwhile, have found product-market fit in countries with weak currencies, enabling everyday transactions where traditional systems fail. Despite price volatility and past failures, crypto’s underlying infrastructure is becoming invisible yet essential—fulfilling ancient human desires to speculate, transfer value, and assert ownership without traditional barriers. The technology is maturing by eliminating friction, expanding access, and embedding itself into the fabric of global finance.

比推02/19 19:47

Crypto Is Not Dead, Crypto Is Reborn

比推02/19 19:47

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