OpenAI CEO reverses stance on AI hardware
OpenAI's Sam Altman just admitted that "current computers are not designed for a world of artificial intelligence (AI)," marking a big shift from his earlier belief that we wouldn't need new hardware for smarter AI.
He now says today's devices can't keep up with how much context and awareness modern AI needs.
Altman's new perspective
Altman's new take points to a real gap—our existing computers aren't built for the complexity of advanced AI.
As he puts it, the computers we have today are not going to be able to keep up with that.
This has kicked off conversations about creating better chips and hardware made specifically for future, more demanding AI systems.
Altman thought smartphones could handle AGI
Not long ago, Altman thought smartphones were "extraordinarily more than capable" of handling AGI.
Now, he's teaming up with ex-Apple designer Jony Ive on a pocket-sized, screen-free AI device—a possible "third core" platform alongside phones and laptops.
OpenAI buying Ive's startup shows they're serious about building new tech that fits how we'll actually use smarter, more helpful AI in daily life.