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Jared Kaplan, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Anthropic, is set to speak at the TechCrunch Sessions: AI event at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall on June 5. Kaplan, a former theoretical physicist at Johns Hopkins University and a key figure in the development of AI models such as GPT-3 and Claude, will discuss the advancements in AI, including hybrid reasoning models. These models are designed to handle both simple and complex queries efficiently. Kaplan will also cover Anthropic’s risk governance framework, which aims to mitigate potential AI risks. The event will explore how AI is transforming human-computer interaction and work processes, providing tactical insights for teams looking to integrate AI into their operations. Notably, Anthropic recently completed a fundraising round valuing the company at $61.5 billion, reflecting its rapid growth and innovation in the AI sector.