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Tech entrepreneurs seeking the next AI frontier are pivoting from chatbots to 'world models'
By Matt O'Brien, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — when he started to feel like he was hitting a dead end.“We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM res...
Key takeaway “We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM research," Castricato said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
As tech entrepreneurs like Louis Castricato pivot from chatbots to "world models", San Antonio's own thriving tech scene is likely to take notice. With its strong presence of cybersecurity and data science companies, the city may be an attractive location for startups like Overworld to set up shop. The concept of world models, which aims to teach AI systems to navigate physical environments, could have significant implications for industries like manufacturing and logistics, which have a major presence in the San Antonio area. Local universities and research institutions may also play a role in advancing this field, potentially collaborating with companies like Overworld to develop new applications for world models. As this new frontier in AI research unfolds, Terrell Hills residents can expect to see increased activity and investment in the local tech sector, with potential benefits for the community ranging from new job opportunities to innovative solutions for everyday problems.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — when he started to feel like he was hitting a dead end.“We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM res...
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