Tech giants are setting their sights on artificial general intelligence (AGI) as the next major milestone in AI development. Despite current AI models falling short of AGI capabilities, Nvidia CEO, Jensen Huang, has expressed optimism, suggesting that some form of AGI could be attainable within the next five years.AGI represents a hypothetical form of AI that mirrors human-like intelligence and cognitive abilities. This means AI would possess the capacity to learn, comprehend, and navigate a diverse array of scenarios and challenges, akin to human cognition.

Speaking at an economic forum hosted by Stanford University, Huang outlined the potential timeline for AGI, contingent upon its definition. He highlighted AI's progress in surpassing various tests, indicating the possibility of excelling across a broad spectrum of assessments within the next five years. Huang stressed the importance of defining goals, as the arrival of AGI hinges on how these objectives are delineated. However, he acknowledged the ongoing debate among scientists regarding the intricacies of human cognition, which may influence the timeline for achieving AGI.

Huang emphasized the necessity for additional chip factories to support the burgeoning AI industry. While acknowledging the ongoing enhancement in chip efficiency, he underscored the need for continued investment in chip fabrication facilities to sustain industry growth and innovation.