AI researchers debate how close we are to recursive self-improvement

AI researchers John Schulman, Beren Millidge, and Charlie O'Neill discuss the current state and timeline of recursive self-improvement (RSI) in AI systems, examining whether AI is approaching capabilities for autonomous self-enhancement. The conversation covers key technical topics including reinforcement learning, automated AI research training, and the role of data in AI progress, with researchers debating how close we actually are to this milestone.