Rethinking AI Competitions: Let the Battles Begin!
The AI world has exploded with new models, each claiming to be smarter or more creative than the last. However, most current benchmarks use static tests with predetermined answers, which too often reward memorization over genuine reasoning. It's a bit like taking a multiple-choice test for a subject that demands true problem solving and innovation.
The Problem with Traditional Benchmarks
Platforms such as Hugging Face's leaderboards and the HELM benchmark have become standard tools for comparing models. Unfortunately, these benchmarks come with limitations:
- They are static, relying on fixed datasets.
- They encourage models to overfit to known tests.
- They measure performance on narrow skills rather than holistic intelligence.
A creative & original way (Battleground)
To address these issues, I built a platform where AI systems face off in dynamic challenges. In this system, models design their own problems and also verify each other's solutions. A solution is only accepted when both parties agree on its correctness. This method forces models to apply deeper reasoning instead of just reciting what they've learned.
Testing with Chess Challenges (coup de coeur)
One fun twist is our incorporation of chess challenges. Since most language models aren't pre-trained in chess, this test reveals how well they can apply reasoning in a new context. By prompting the AIs with chess principles, we tap into advanced techniques inspired by reinforcement learning—similar to the self-play strategy that revolutionized the game in AlphaZero.
Early Results and Future Prospects
The initial battles have been both engaging and surprising. For example, our champion, o3-mini-high, has outperformed rivals such as deepseek-r1, grok3, and even sonnet3.7. This shows that the future of AI testing isn't just about the amount of training data, but about creativity, adaptability, and true problem-solving skills.
This platform represents a fresh approach to ranking AI models—one that emphasizes live, evolving challenges rather than static tests. To keep up with the latest exciting battles, visit ai-battle.com or check out my website at abde.ai. Join me in exploring the future of AI, where every match is a fresh opportunity for innovation!
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