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How Much Information Is Actually in Your DNA?

2025-05-10

This article delves into the question of how much information is contained within human DNA. A simple calculation suggests around 1.5GB, but this overlooks redundancy and compressibility. The author explores two definitions of information from information theory: storage space and Kolmogorov complexity, comparing their application to DNA. Ultimately, a new definition – phenotypic Kolmogorov complexity – is proposed as a better reflection of DNA's true information content, although its precise calculation remains elusive.

A 300 IQ AI: Omnipotent or Still Bound by Reality?

2025-03-30

This article explores the limits of a super-intelligent AI with an IQ of 300 and a thought speed 10,000 times faster than a normal human. While the AI could rapidly solve problems in math, programming, and philosophy, the author argues its capabilities might be less impressive than expected in areas like weather prediction, predicting geopolitical events (e.g., predicting Trump's win), and defeating top chess engines. This is because these fields require not only intelligence but also vast computational resources, data, and physical experiments. Biology, in particular, is heavily reliant on accumulated experimental knowledge and tools, meaning the AI might not immediately cure cancer. The article concludes that the initial impact of super-AI might primarily manifest as accelerated economic growth, rather than an immediate solution to all problems, as its development remains constrained by physical limitations and feedback loops.

Blogger Offers Free Mentoring in AI and Tech

2025-01-16

A blogger is conducting an experimental project offering free 30-minute mentoring sessions (three sessions total) to three volunteers. Topics range from statistics and science to AI, self-improvement, and more. Applicants should describe their goals and how they hope the mentor can help. The blogger will prioritize applicants where they believe they can provide the most assistance and contribute to the greater good. This experiment aims to explore the value of mentoring and may result in a follow-up sharing experiences and results.