Sam Altman says OpenAI won’t go public until its models are safe
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For months, people have wondered when OpenAI will go public. CEO Sam Altman says it won't happen until the company can make better promises about model safety, with no firm timeline in sight. "We intend to continue with AI progress … but as the models have had this surge forward in capability, and w
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A dimly lit control room filled with monitors displaying complex AI model data, with a large screen showing a warning message: 'MODEL SAFETY NOT YET ACHIEVED - OPERATIONS ON HOLD'
Caption: OpenAI waits for its models to be less capable
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Based on the original story on theverge.com.
Editor's note
As AI technologies continue to advance at an unprecedented pace, it's crucial for companies like OpenAI to prioritize safety and ethical considerations over financial gains. Altman's commitment to delaying a public offering until safety measures are robust demonstrates a responsible approach to innovation, which is essential for maintaining public trust and mitigating potential risks.
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Panel 1
*Alex and Sam sit at a table filled with futuristic gadgets and a large holographic display showing complex AI code. Robin stands by, looking bewildered.*
Alex: Sam, when’s OpenAI going public? The stock market is waiting!
Sam: We’re waiting until our models are safe. No rush.
Panel 2
*The holographic display shows the surge in AI capability with a dramatic graph. Alex looks excited, Sam remains calm, and Robin is holding a sign that reads *
Narrator: AI Apocalypse Now!
Alex: But the models are getting so powerful! It’s amazing!
Robin: Or terrifying. Same difference.
Sam: We need to ensure safety first. Growth without control is just chaos.
Panel 3
*The scene shifts to a boardroom meeting. Alex and Sam are in suits, discussing with various stakeholders. Robin is seen scribbling on a notepad with a sign.*
Narrator: Question Everything
Stakeholder: When can we expect the IPO?
Sam: Once the AI is safer than it is now. Safety first.
Alex: We’ll get there! Promise!
Robin: Until then, I’m investing in canned food.
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