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Sam Altman is on the charm offensive for AI
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in. The interview, which aired at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, was part Winfrey's hourlong TV special on ABC, "AI and the Future of US." In it, she speaks to key figures of
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ChatGPT's Sam Altman Says This Is the One Thing Keeps Him Up at Night
OpenAI was valued at $86 billion, but a Thursday Bloomberg report stated that the company intends to raise $6.5 billion at a $150 billion valuation. OpenAI announced its first AI model on Thursday that can reason, or solve complex problems on its own without copying the reasoning patterns of its
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wants the government to safety test AI like it does aircraft and medicine
OpenAI chief Sam Altman called for more testing of artificial intelligence in an interview with Oprah for her new television special, "AI and the Future of Us," which aired Thursday evening. Altman, who co-founded and heads the AI startup behind popular generative AI chatbot ChatGPT, said the next
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Oprah just had an AI special with Sam Altman and Bill Gates -- here are the highlights | TechCrunch
Late Thursday evening, Oprah Winfrey aired a special on AI, appropriately titled "AI and the Future of Us." Guests included OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, tech influencer Marques Brownlee, and current FBI director Christopher Wray. The dominant tone was one of skepticism -- and wariness. Oprah noted in
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Sam Altman tells Oprah he talks about AI with someone in government every few days
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in. Altman stressed the importance of partnerships between the companies creating AI and the government, citing an immediate need for safety precautions. "One of the
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Oprah says she's excited by the possibilities for AI in education and medicine
It wasn't until after meeting one of the most important people in artificial intelligence that Oprah Winfrey used the tech for the first time -- but now she says she's optimistic over its potential. In an interview with the Washington Post (AMZN), the talk show host said she's excited for what AI
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Oprah Winfrey discusses her experience using AI: 'We should honor it'
Winfrey takes a deep dive into the technology in a new ABC primetime special. Oprah Winfrey is offering her take and sharing her experience on artificial intelligence ahead of her ABC Primetime special, "AI and the Future of Us: An Oprah Winfrey Special." Speaking to ABC News' Rebecca Jarvis in
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Oprah Winfrey Is Hosting an AI Special Tonight: What We Know
Oprah Winfrey is planning to tackle the sprawling topic of artificial intelligence in a one-hour special airing on ABC tonight. Her new program, AI and the Future of Us: An Oprah Winfrey Special, will include OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and technology reviewer Marques
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discusses the future of AI, its potential impacts, and his concerns in a high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey. The conversation touches on AI's societal implications and Altman's frequent interactions with government officials.

In a recent televised event, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sat down with media mogul Oprah Winfrey to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society. The interview, part of Oprah's AI special, also featured tech luminary Bill Gates, highlighting the growing mainstream interest in AI technology
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.During the conversation, Altman shared his perspective on the transformative power of AI while also expressing some of his deepest concerns. He emphasized the potential for AI to revolutionize various sectors, including healthcare and education. However, Altman also voiced apprehensions about the technology's rapid advancement, stating that the fear of AI surpassing human intelligence in all domains "keeps [him] up at night"
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.Altman delved into the broader implications of AI on society, discussing how it could reshape the job market and daily life. He stressed the importance of responsible AI development and the need for ethical considerations in its deployment. The OpenAI CEO also touched upon the potential for AI to address global challenges, such as climate change and poverty, while acknowledging the risks of misuse
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.In a revealing moment, Altman disclosed that he engages in conversations with government officials "every few days" regarding AI development and regulation
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. This frequent interaction underscores the increasing attention AI is receiving from policymakers and the tech industry's efforts to work alongside regulators to shape the future of the technology.The Oprah special also featured insights from Bill Gates, who shared his thoughts on AI's potential to improve healthcare and education in developing countries. Both Gates and Altman agreed on the transformative nature of AI, with Gates emphasizing its role in scientific research and drug discovery
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Altman used the platform to address public concerns about AI, advocating for increased AI literacy and education. He emphasized the importance of demystifying AI technology for the general public, aiming to alleviate fears while promoting a realistic understanding of its capabilities and limitations
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.Looking to the future, Altman outlined his vision for AI's evolution, including the development of more advanced language models and the integration of AI into various aspects of daily life. He reiterated OpenAI's commitment to responsible innovation and the need for ongoing dialogue between tech companies, policymakers, and the public to ensure AI benefits humanity as a whole
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