From LLMs to hallucinations, here’s a simple guide to common AI terms

TechCrunch created a comprehensive glossary to help readers understand the complex jargon dominating artificial intelligence discussions, from basic terms like "compute" and "neural networks" to advanced concepts like "chain of thought reasoning" and "RAMageddon." The guide defines 20 essential AI terms that frequently appear in industry coverage, including explanations of how large language models work, what causes AI hallucinations, and emerging challenges like memory chip shortages affecting the entire tech industry.