Bill Gates talks about technology buzzwords: AI is quite revolutionary and is not optimistic about Web3 and meta-universe.

On the afternoon of January 12, Beijing time, it is reported that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates (Bill Gates) expressed his views on some hot technology concepts. He revealed that he was not very optimistic about Web3 and meta-universe, but thought artificial intelligence was "quite revolutionary".

Speaking at Reddit's annual Ask Me Anything event, Gates took the opportunity to answer questions from Reddit users on a variety of topics.

One Reddit user asked: "many years ago, probably around 2000, I heard you say on TV, 'people overestimate the potential of the Internet in five years' time, but also overestimate the potential of the Internet in 10 years' time. Are there any important technological transformations at a similar stage now?"

Gates replied: "artificial intelligence is a major technology. I don't think Web3 is that important, nor do I think the meta-universe itself is revolutionary, but artificial intelligence is revolutionary."

Gates seems to be particularly interested in generative artificial intelligence, an artificial intelligence technology that can produce content. "I am surprised by the rate of progress of these artificial intelligence," he said. I think they will have a huge impact. "

The answer also came from a question from a Reddit user who asked Gates what he thought of generative artificial intelligence and how he thought the technology would affect the world.

"take the Gates Foundation, for example, we hope to have some teachers to help children learn math and maintain their interest. We want to provide medical assistance to Africans who cannot find a doctor." Gates added, "I'm still working with Microsoft, so I'll keep a close eye on it."

And Reddit netizens asked Gates what he thought of the popularity of the ChatGPT platform. The chatbot was able to generate written documents similar to human beings, which caused quite a stir.

"it gives me a glimpse into the future. I was impressed by the whole approach and the speed of innovation." Gates replied.

Microsoft is in talks with OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, for a $10 billion investment deal, according to people familiar with the matter.