OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has made a bold prediction that artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence by the end of this decade, with artificial general intelligence (AGI) emerging as early as 2029. Altman highlights AI's rapid development, warning of existential risks if not properly governed. He emphasizes the need for global regulatory frameworks amidst accelerating AI adoption worldwide.
Altman expects AI to exceed human intelligence within the next five years, underscoring both the opportunities and risks of such a breakthrough. While optimistic about AI's potential to transform industries, he also warns of upcoming existential risks. Earlier, Altman called for global regulatory frameworks to ensure AI is developed safely, echoing concerns shared by other tech leaders.
The potential impact of AGI on jobs is significant, with Altman predicting that around 30-40% of tasks currently performed by humans could be automated in the near future. However, he believes AGI will treat humans more like a "loving parent" rather than replacing them entirely.
Altman's vision for AI is ambitious, and he is working towards creating a factory that can produce a gigawatt of new AI infrastructure every week. He believes access to AI will be a fundamental driver of the economy and possibly even a fundamental human right. To achieve this, OpenAI is investing heavily in data centers and partnerships to make this vision a reality.
