OpenAI CEO Urges Trust in AI Amid Growing Public Fears

OpenAI chief Sam Altman told a conference in San Francisco on Tuesday that the world should trust his company and other AI firms to act responsibly. He said this despite the fact that many people are rightly afraid of rapid AI advances. Altman added that the speed of development has outpaced public understanding, fueling concern. He emphasized that OpenAI feels the magnitude of the challenge and will choose the right path because it is the right thing to do. The remarks came as public anxiety over AI risks continues to rise. Altman did not detail specific safety measures, but stressed that trust is needed for AI progress to benefit society.