NLP's Bronze Age

The evolution of natural language processing has dramatically accelerated since 2018, marking a transition akin to moving from prehistoric times to the bronze age. Breakthroughs like large language models have not only revolutionized NLP but are also influencing other AI domains, leading to greater generalizability and early signs of artificial general intelligence. The emergence of multi-modal models demonstrates the convergence of methodologies across various fields, showcasing the power of deep networks in encoding human knowledge.