Microsoft partners with inait to develop brain-like AI

Microsoft has partnered with a Swiss start-up called inait to create a new artificial intelligence model. This model aims to mimic how mammal brains reason. The goal is to improve various fields, including finance and robotics. The collaboration was announced on Tuesday. The technology being developed will allow AI to learn from its real-world experiences. This is different from traditional AI, which mainly relies on existing data. Richard Frey, the CEO of inait, explained that understanding the brain can lead to more powerful forms of AI. In the financial sector, the partnership plans to enhance trading algorithms and risk management tools. In robotics, this could lead to more flexible machines for industrial work. Microsoft’s Emea cloud and AI director, Adir Ron, said that inait is reshaping how AI can think and learn. The technology is based on decades of research into digital neuroscience. It leverages data from the brains of mammals to create detailed computer simulations. The project aims to make models that are less energy-intensive and capable of faster learning. Despite its promise, there are challenges ahead. Building a complete replica of the human brain is complicated and expensive. However, many business applications won't require such detailed models. Instead, simpler simulations can help understand neurological conditions like autism. The technology will be made available to researchers through the Open Brain Institute, founded by Frey. This may allow for tailored simulations to study brain functions. Additionally, ongoing mapping projects of the brain’s structure aim to create a detailed understanding of its pathways. Researchers believe that these simulations could be key to unlocking deeper insights into brain processes.