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Exploring Interactive AI Simulations and World Models with Thomas Altman | 97
48 minutes Posted Aug 28, 2025 at 10:00 am.
Introduction to Thomas Altman
Thomas's Journey from Data to AI
What Are World Models?
From Image to Interaction: The Genie 3 Breakthrough
Why Persistence Matters in AI Simulations
World Models vs. LLMs: The Convergence Toward AGI
Associations & Simulated Environments
Forecasting Events with AI Agents
Practical Advice for Association Leaders
Thomas’s New Book & Final Thoughts
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Send us Fan Mail Thomas Altman, co-founder of Tasio and Betty, joins Mallory Mejias for an electrifying deep dive into the future of AI through the lens of world models—AI systems that don’t just respond but simulate environments and predict outcomes. From Genie 3’s physics-aware interactive worlds to the transformative potential for associations in training, events, and strategy, this episode unpacks the profound shift from reactive AI to systems that “understand” the world. Thomas also shar...