Openai CEO Sam Altman recently admitted that he is scared to use “specific AI things.” Speaking on one of Theo Von's podcast episodes last weekend, Altman said, “It scares me to use certain AI things because I don't know who has them, so I don't know how much personal information I want to put in.” Sam Altman was answering Fong's questions about the fast pace of AI development.In the conversation, Openai CEO Sam Altman compared the current competition between AI companies as a “fierce” race, not just commercial domination, but as a tool that echoes for generations. He further stated that ChatGpt-Maker Openai will not move anytime soon, adding that, as someone else would, the fate of AI could be out of the hands of those most aware of its social outcomes.
Uncertainty about the future of humans: Openai CEO Sam Altman
During the podcast, Sam Altman acknowledged how uncertain the future of humans is. “I think all of human history suggests that we put ourselves at the heart of the story and find a way to feel really good about it… Even in a world where AI is doing everything humans once did, we are going to find stories in our own narratives that feel like the main character,” he said.Openai also tackled the fear that certain jobs would become outdated for AI. “How do people survive?” asked Hostfong. In response, Sam Altman replied that AI creates the possibility that individuals can pursue more creative, philosophical, or interpersonal goals.Altman said that when everyone can instantly gain help and knowledge through AI, people can rethink the meaning of contributing to society. However, he warned that the shift could be extremely difficult for those who have lost their jobs in the short term.
