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We thought it would be helpful to put together a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases that we use in our articles.

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From LLMs to hallucinations, here's a simple guide to common AI terms | TechCrunch

We thought it would be helpful to put together a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases that we use in our articles.
The article from TechCrunch, published on May 25, 2025, provides a comprehensive guide to common AI terminology. It explains key concepts such as Large Language Models (LLMs), which are AI systems trained on vast datasets to understand and generate human-like text; hallucinations, where AI generates incorrect or nonsensical outputs; and other terms like neural networks, deep learning, and natural language processing. The guide aims to demystify these terms for a general audience, offering clear definitions and examples to enhance understanding of AI technologies and their applications.

Read the Full TechCrunch Article at:
https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/25/from-llms-to-hallucinations-heres-a-simple-guide-to-common-ai-terms/