Alteras, a tech company, has developed AI agents capable of playing complex video games. These AI bots, backed by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, utilise reinforcement learning to master games like Dota 2 and StarCraft II. The technology is a significant advancement from traditional AI, which struggles with the unpredictability and dynamism of such games.
The agents learn by playing thousands of games simultaneously, using each experience to improve their strategy. They can adapt to new situations, make decisions in real-time, and even cooperate with human players. The technology has potential far beyond gaming, with applications in robotics, self-driving cars, and more.
Alteras has raised $30 million in Series B funding, led by Schmidt’s Innovation Endeavors. The funds will be used to further develop the technology and explore its applications in other sectors. The company’s ultimate goal is to create AI that can understand and interact with the world as humans do, marking a significant step towards general artificial intelligence.