In the field of computational linguistics, large amounts of text data present a considerable challenge for language models, especially when specific details within large datasets need to be identified. Several models, like LLaMA, Yi, QWen, and Mistral, use advanced attention mechanisms to deal with long-context information. Techniques such as continuous pretraining and sparse upcycling help…
Emerging research from the New York University's Center for Data Science asserts that language models based on transformers play a key role in driving AI forward. Traditionally, these models have been used to interpret and generate human-like sequences of tokens, a fundamental mechanism used in their operational framework. Given their wide range of applications, from…
In collaboration with an artificial language network, neuroscientists at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have revealed what type of sentences most significantly engage the brain’s primary language processing areas. The study indicates that sentences featuring unusual grammar or unexpected meaning trigger a heightened response in these language-oriented regions, as opposed to more straightforward phrases, which…
During the Festival of Learning 2024 at MIT, discussions were held on leveraging generative AI to enhance learning experiences for students both on and off campus. The panelists, comprising MIT faculty, instructors, staff, and students, emphasized that generative AI should be used to enrich, not replace, the educational experience. They highlighted the ongoing experimentation with…
In the MIT Festival of Learning 2024, faculty, students, staff, and alumni explored the role of generative AI in learning and teaching. Some believe that this technology is an essential tool to prepare students for the future of work.
Generative AI can be used to support learning experiences, where the student can take ownership. For…
Arcee, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, has made strides in optimizing the training of Large Language Models (LLMs) using continual pre-training (CPT) and model merging strategies. Its advancements are particularly significant in niche fields like medicine, law, and finance. The process was expedited by its partnership with AWS Trainium, a cloud platform that provides affordable…
Large Language Models (LLMs) have garnered attention recently due to their potential for enhancing a range of industries. At Arcee, the focus is on improving the domain adaptation of LLMs tailored to their client's needs. Arcee has introduced novel techniques for continual pre-training (CPT) and model merging, significantly advancing LLM training efficiency. These strategies have…
Cohere has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer its Command R and R+ models on SageMaker JumpStart, a suite of capabilities of the SageMaker end-to-end machine learning (ML) platform. Both models are designed to excel at real-world enterprise-level applications and are optimized for retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows – tasks that involve conversational…