OpenAI's Fidji Simo on why ads are coming to ChatGPT

The podcast features an interview with Fidji Simo, OpenAI's CEO of Applications, discussing the company's strategy, particularly regarding advertising and its evolving product vision. Simo addresses OpenAI's approach to ads in ChatGPT, emphasizing principles of independence and user control, and responds to Anthropic's critical Super Bowl ads. She shares insights into OpenAI's future direction, including the development of "adult mode" for consenting users and a potential social app for AI agents. Simo also highlights the company's commitment to balancing innovation with ethical considerations, particularly concerning emotional attachments to AI. The conversation touches on the competitive landscape, the role of ads in ensuring broad access to AI, and the internal dynamics between research and product development at OpenAI.