Portland teen, 17, makes small AI models 90% more empathetic

 A 17-year-old student created a groundbreaking training method for artificial intelligence that enhances communication skills in smaller AI models. This unique technique received impressive empathy ratings in various tests, paving the way for more advanced conversational capabilities in personal devices. By focusing on human-like interaction, the student’s research pushes the boundaries of how we develop empathetic AI. A 17-year-old student created a groundbreaking training method for artificial intelligence that enhances communication skills in smaller AI models. This unique technique received impressive empathy ratings in various tests, paving the way for more advanced conversational capabilities in personal devices. By focusing on human-like interaction, the student’s research pushes the boundaries of how we develop empathetic AI.