In this interview, Emily Chang speaks with Sam Altman about OpenAI's need for increased compute power, leading to the Stargate project, a massive infrastructure undertaking involving partnerships with Masayoshi Son and Larry Ellison. Altman explains the exponential growth in demand for AI models after the launch of GPT-4 and ChatGPT, necessitating the $500 billion investment in data centers. He addresses concerns about OpenAI's financial sustainability, the GPU shortage, and the impact of viral launches on compute capacity. Altman also discusses competition with Elon Musk's Grok, OpenAI's edge in the AI race, and the potential for AI in scientific discovery. He acknowledges the anxiety surrounding job displacement due to AI and humanoid robots, while also highlighting the potential for new job creation and the importance of optimizing AI efficiency. Finally, Altman touches on the role of political figures like President Trump in AI development and reflects on the personal impact of becoming a parent on his perspective regarding the future of AI and humanity.
