Completing the definition: RSI is when the feedback loop drives explosive capability growth
dfrsrchtwts · x · 2026-10-28
Following up on his earlier tweet, the author completes the two-part definition: RSI denotes the case where the RSI feedback loop — stronger models automating AI R&D, accelerating the production of even stronger models — produces explosive rates of capability growth. Together the two tweets form a complete, quotable definition.
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