Is RSI here? Researchers argue models still can't autonomously generate research ideas
i_dg23 · x · 2026-09-13
tszzl argues recursive self-improvement (RSI) is not here: models can't autonomously produce research ideas and only marginally help run experiments — not the same thing; private Claude models being better doesn't change his view. sebkrier amplifies, saying he's held the "no RSI-like signs" position for months and pushes back on twisting reality to fit prepackaged ideas.
Related event: Researchers Push Back on Dario Amodei's Claim That RSI Has Begun(8 posts)→
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