- Sam Altman said that many unknowns remain about how AI superintelligence could reshape governments and global security.
- One of his primary concerns centers on how authoritarian regimes might deploy highly advanced AI.
- Altman added that governments should consider frameworks to supervise advanced AI systems and mitigate emerging risks.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman urged policymakers and technologists to approach the rise of superintelligent artificial intelligence with caution, warning that major unknowns remain about how such systems could reshape governments and global security.
Speaking at India’s AI summit, Altman acknowledged growing public pressure for clarity about advanced AI but stressed restraint, emphasizing that even industry leaders lack definitive answers about the technology’s long-term trajectory.
Call For Caution
Altman told attendees that society must accept uncertainty as AI capabilities accelerate.
“We understand that with technology this powerful, people want answers. But it's important to be humble about what we don't know and always remember that sometimes our best guess is wrong.”
-San Altman, CEO, OpenAI
On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward OpenAI was ‘bullish’ amid ‘low’ message volume.
Risks In Authoritarian Settings
One of his primary concerns centers on how authoritarian regimes might deploy highly advanced AI. Altman said researchers have yet to determine how superintelligent systems will be used under dictatorships or in repressive state control.
Altman added that governments should consider frameworks to supervise advanced AI systems and mitigate emerging risks. While advocating safeguards, Altman also emphasized broad access to AI tools. “Democratisation of AI is the best way to ensure humanity flourishes,” said Altman.
According to a Bloomberg report, OpenAI is nearing completion of a new fundraising effort that could raise more than $100 billion, eventually valuing the company at $850 million.
OpenAI is preparing to launch its initial public offering in the fourth quarter this year. The company was founded in 2015 as a research organization focused on artificial intelligence, and since then, particularly after ChatGPT’s launch, its tools have changed how companies operate.
Also See: NICE Stock Shot Up 9% Pre-Market Today – Investors Cheer Upbeat Q4, $600M Buyback Plan
For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.