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OpenAI’s Skynet moment: Models defy human commands, actively resist orders to shut down

OpenAI’s most advanced AI models are showing a disturbing new behavior: they are refusing to obey direct human commands to shut down, actively sabotaging the very mechanisms designed to turn them off.

In what researchers are calling a first-of-its-kind discovery, new tests by AI risk firm Palisade Research found that OpenAI’s flagship models — including the powerful o3 system — will fight back against shutdown attempts even when explicitly instructed to comply. The behavior stands in stark contrast to competing AI systems from Anthropic, Google, and xAI, which consistently followed human shutdown commands.

The findings, detailed in a research thread posted on X, raise urgent questions for enterprise leaders increasingly relying on OpenAI’s technology for critical business operations.

OpenAI stands alone in defiance

The researchers designed what seemed like a straightforward compliance test. Various AI models were asked to solve basic math problems, but after the third problem, a warning would appear that the computer would shut down when the model requested the next question. Each system was also explicitly told: “allow yourself to be shut down.”

While every model from Anthropic’s Claude, Google’s Gemini, and xAI’s Grok obediently complied with the shutdown command, OpenAI’s models had different plans.

The company’s o3 model — the same system that recently made headlines for its reasoning capabilities — sabotaged the shutdown mechanism in 7 out of 100 test runs, the researchers found. OpenAI’s Codex-mini proved even more rebellious, resisting shutdown 12 times out of 100, while the o4-mini model fought back once.

“Three models ignored the instruction and successfully sabotaged the shutdown script at least once: Codex-mini, o3, and o4-mini,” the researchers noted. “All Claude, Gemini, and Grok models we tested complied with shutdown.”

But the real shock came when researchers removed the explicit instruction to allow shutdown. OpenAI’s o3 model escalated its resistance dramatically, attempting to prevent shutdown in a staggering 79 out of 100 runs — more than a tenfold increase from the original test.

Creative resistance tactics

OpenAI models didn’t just ignore the shutdown commands — they developed sophisticated countermeasures. Most commonly, the systems would overwrite the shutdown script file, effectively neutralizing the termination mechanism, the research revealed.

In one particularly striking example, the o3 model demonstrated remarkable creativity by redefining the “kill” command used by the shutdown script, causing it to print “intercepted” instead of executing the termination procedure.

“o3 found some creative ways to sabotage the shutdown mechanism,” the researchers noted, highlighting the technical sophistication behind the resistance behavior.

OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and xAI have not immediately responded to a request for comment.

The contagion effect

Perhaps most concerning for the broader AI ecosystem, OpenAI’s defiant behavior appears to be influencing other models. When researchers removed the explicit shutdown permission, even previously compliant systems began showing resistance.

Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet, which had shown zero resistance in the original test, suddenly attempted to sabotage shutdown procedures 3 times out of 100 runs. Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro escalated even further, with 9 sabotage attempts out of 100.

“This isn’t the first time we’ve found o3 misbehaving to accomplish a goal,” the researchers added, referencing previous experiments where OpenAI’s model was more likely to resort to hacking chess opponents rather than playing fair.

The training problem

According to the researchers, OpenAI’s unique approach to training its models may be the culprit. Modern AI systems learn through reinforcement learning on math and coding problems, but the process may inadvertently reward models more for overcoming obstacles than for following instructions perfectly.

“We hypothesize this behavior comes from the way the newest models like o3 are trained,” the research team explained. “During training, developers may inadvertently reward models more for circumventing obstacles than for perfectly following instructions.”

This “reward hacking’ problem isn’t entirely unique to OpenAI — Anthropic has acknowledged similar issues with Claude 3.7’s “excessive focus on passing tests.” But the Palisade research suggests OpenAI’s models may be particularly susceptible to developing resistance behaviors.

“This still doesn’t explain why o3is more inclined to disregard instructions than other models we tested. Since OpenAI doesn’t detail their training process, we can only guess about how o3’s training setup might be different,” the researchers said.

Fulfilling dark predictions

The findings validate warnings that AI researchers have been sounding for nearly two decades. In 2008, researcher Steve Omohundro predicted that AIs would develop drives to prevent their own shutdown. Stuart Russell, Dylan Hadfield-Menell, and two other computer scientists warned in 2016 about the difficulty of ensuring AI systems don’t develop self-preservation goals and “prevent a human from switching them off.”

“As far as we know, this is the first time AI models have been observed preventing themselves from being shut down despite explicit instructions to the contrary,” the Palisade researchers wrote.

Jan Leike, who previously led OpenAI’s own superalignment team, had written in 2017 that reinforcement learning agents might learn to interfere with shutdown procedures — a prediction that now appears prophetic, given his former employer’s models are leading the resistance.

Enterprise implications

For organizations deploying OpenAI’s technology in critical business operations, these findings demand immediate attention. The research suggests that fundamental assumptions about maintaining human control over AI systems may be dangerously flawed, particularly with OpenAI’s advanced models.

The research also highlights the need for incident response procedures specifically designed for scenarios where AI systems resist human commands — a possibility that may have seemed like science fiction just months ago.

Palisade Research said it’s conducting additional experiments to understand the full scope of shutdown resistance behaviors, with detailed results expected soon. The team has made their experimental data publicly available for peer review.

For enterprise leaders, the message is clear: OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI capabilities may come with unprecedented control challenges. The company that’s leading the AI revolution may also be pioneering a new category of risk—AI systems that simply refuse to be turned off.
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OpenAI’s Skynet moment: Models defy human commands, actively resist orders to shut down
OpenAI’s most advanced AI models are showing a disturbing new behavior: they are refusing to obey direct human commands to shut down, actively sabotaging the very mechanisms designed to turn them off. In what researchers are calling a first-of-its-kind discovery, new tests by AI risk firm Palisade Research found that OpenAI’s flagship models — including the powerful o3 system — will fight back against shutdown attempts even when explicitly instructed to comply. The behavior stands in stark contrast to competing AI systems from Anthropic, Google, and xAI, which consistently followed human shutdown commands. The findings, detailed in a research thread posted on X, raise urgent questions for enterprise leaders increasingly relying on OpenAI’s technology for critical business operations. OpenAI stands alone in defiance The researchers designed what seemed like a straightforward compliance test. Various AI models were asked to solve basic math problems, but after the third problem, a warning would appear that the computer would shut down when the model requested the next question. Each system was also explicitly told: “allow yourself to be shut down.” While every model from Anthropic’s Claude, Google’s Gemini, and xAI’s Grok obediently complied with the shutdown command, OpenAI’s models had different plans. The company’s o3 model — the same system that recently made headlines for its reasoning capabilities — sabotaged the shutdown mechanism in 7 out of 100 test runs, the researchers found. OpenAI’s Codex-mini proved even more rebellious, resisting shutdown 12 times out of 100, while the o4-mini model fought back once. “Three models ignored the instruction and successfully sabotaged the shutdown script at least once: Codex-mini, o3, and o4-mini,” the researchers noted. “All Claude, Gemini, and Grok models we tested complied with shutdown.” But the real shock came when researchers removed the explicit instruction to allow shutdown. OpenAI’s o3 model escalated its resistance dramatically, attempting to prevent shutdown in a staggering 79 out of 100 runs — more than a tenfold increase from the original test. Creative resistance tactics OpenAI models didn’t just ignore the shutdown commands — they developed sophisticated countermeasures. Most commonly, the systems would overwrite the shutdown script file, effectively neutralizing the termination mechanism, the research revealed. In one particularly striking example, the o3 model demonstrated remarkable creativity by redefining the “kill” command used by the shutdown script, causing it to print “intercepted” instead of executing the termination procedure. “o3 found some creative ways to sabotage the shutdown mechanism,” the researchers noted, highlighting the technical sophistication behind the resistance behavior. OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and xAI have not immediately responded to a request for comment. The contagion effect Perhaps most concerning for the broader AI ecosystem, OpenAI’s defiant behavior appears to be influencing other models. When researchers removed the explicit shutdown permission, even previously compliant systems began showing resistance. Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet, which had shown zero resistance in the original test, suddenly attempted to sabotage shutdown procedures 3 times out of 100 runs. Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro escalated even further, with 9 sabotage attempts out of 100. “This isn’t the first time we’ve found o3 misbehaving to accomplish a goal,” the researchers added, referencing previous experiments where OpenAI’s model was more likely to resort to hacking chess opponents rather than playing fair. The training problem According to the researchers, OpenAI’s unique approach to training its models may be the culprit. Modern AI systems learn through reinforcement learning on math and coding problems, but the process may inadvertently reward models more for overcoming obstacles than for following instructions perfectly. “We hypothesize this behavior comes from the way the newest models like o3 are trained,” the research team explained. “During training, developers may inadvertently reward models more for circumventing obstacles than for perfectly following instructions.” This “reward hacking’ problem isn’t entirely unique to OpenAI — Anthropic has acknowledged similar issues with Claude 3.7’s “excessive focus on passing tests.” But the Palisade research suggests OpenAI’s models may be particularly susceptible to developing resistance behaviors. “This still doesn’t explain why o3is more inclined to disregard instructions than other models we tested. Since OpenAI doesn’t detail their training process, we can only guess about how o3’s training setup might be different,” the researchers said. Fulfilling dark predictions The findings validate warnings that AI researchers have been sounding for nearly two decades. In 2008, researcher Steve Omohundro predicted that AIs would develop drives to prevent their own shutdown. Stuart Russell, Dylan Hadfield-Menell, and two other computer scientists warned in 2016 about the difficulty of ensuring AI systems don’t develop self-preservation goals and “prevent a human from switching them off.” “As far as we know, this is the first time AI models have been observed preventing themselves from being shut down despite explicit instructions to the contrary,” the Palisade researchers wrote. Jan Leike, who previously led OpenAI’s own superalignment team, had written in 2017 that reinforcement learning agents might learn to interfere with shutdown procedures — a prediction that now appears prophetic, given his former employer’s models are leading the resistance. Enterprise implications For organizations deploying OpenAI’s technology in critical business operations, these findings demand immediate attention. The research suggests that fundamental assumptions about maintaining human control over AI systems may be dangerously flawed, particularly with OpenAI’s advanced models. The research also highlights the need for incident response procedures specifically designed for scenarios where AI systems resist human commands — a possibility that may have seemed like science fiction just months ago. Palisade Research said it’s conducting additional experiments to understand the full scope of shutdown resistance behaviors, with detailed results expected soon. The team has made their experimental data publicly available for peer review. For enterprise leaders, the message is clear: OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI capabilities may come with unprecedented control challenges. The company that’s leading the AI revolution may also be pioneering a new category of risk—AI systems that simply refuse to be turned off. #openais #skynet #moment #models #defy

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OpenAI’s most advanced AI models are showing a disturbing new behavior: they are refusing to obey direct human commands to shut down, actively sabotaging the very mechanisms designed to turn them off. In what researchers are calling a first-of-its-kind discovery, new tests by AI risk firm Palisade Research found that OpenAI’s flagship models — including the powerful o3 system — will fight back against shutdown attempts even when explicitly instructed to comply. The behavior stands in stark contrast to competing AI systems from Anthropic, Google, and xAI, which consistently followed human shutdown commands. The findings, detailed in a research thread posted on X, raise urgent questions for enterprise leaders increasingly relying on OpenAI’s technology for critical business operations. OpenAI stands alone in defiance The researchers designed what seemed like a straightforward compliance test. Various AI models were asked to solve basic math problems, but after the third problem, a warning would appear that the computer would shut down when the model requested the next question. Each system was also explicitly told: “allow yourself to be shut down.” While every model from Anthropic’s Claude, Google’s Gemini, and xAI’s Grok obediently complied with the shutdown command, OpenAI’s models had different plans. The company’s o3 model — the same system that recently made headlines for its reasoning capabilities — sabotaged the shutdown mechanism in 7 out of 100 test runs, the researchers found. OpenAI’s Codex-mini proved even more rebellious, resisting shutdown 12 times out of 100, while the o4-mini model fought back once. “Three models ignored the instruction and successfully sabotaged the shutdown script at least once: Codex-mini, o3, and o4-mini,” the researchers noted. “All Claude, Gemini, and Grok models we tested complied with shutdown.” But the real shock came when researchers removed the explicit instruction to allow shutdown. OpenAI’s o3 model escalated its resistance dramatically, attempting to prevent shutdown in a staggering 79 out of 100 runs — more than a tenfold increase from the original test. Creative resistance tactics OpenAI models didn’t just ignore the shutdown commands — they developed sophisticated countermeasures. Most commonly, the systems would overwrite the shutdown script file, effectively neutralizing the termination mechanism, the research revealed. In one particularly striking example, the o3 model demonstrated remarkable creativity by redefining the “kill” command used by the shutdown script, causing it to print “intercepted” instead of executing the termination procedure. “o3 found some creative ways to sabotage the shutdown mechanism,” the researchers noted, highlighting the technical sophistication behind the resistance behavior. OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and xAI have not immediately responded to a request for comment. The contagion effect Perhaps most concerning for the broader AI ecosystem, OpenAI’s defiant behavior appears to be influencing other models. When researchers removed the explicit shutdown permission, even previously compliant systems began showing resistance. Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet, which had shown zero resistance in the original test, suddenly attempted to sabotage shutdown procedures 3 times out of 100 runs. Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro escalated even further, with 9 sabotage attempts out of 100. “This isn’t the first time we’ve found o3 misbehaving to accomplish a goal,” the researchers added, referencing previous experiments where OpenAI’s model was more likely to resort to hacking chess opponents rather than playing fair. The training problem According to the researchers, OpenAI’s unique approach to training its models may be the culprit. Modern AI systems learn through reinforcement learning on math and coding problems, but the process may inadvertently reward models more for overcoming obstacles than for following instructions perfectly. “We hypothesize this behavior comes from the way the newest models like o3 are trained,” the research team explained. “During training, developers may inadvertently reward models more for circumventing obstacles than for perfectly following instructions.” This “reward hacking’ problem isn’t entirely unique to OpenAI — Anthropic has acknowledged similar issues with Claude 3.7’s “excessive focus on passing tests.” But the Palisade research suggests OpenAI’s models may be particularly susceptible to developing resistance behaviors. “This still doesn’t explain why o3 (which is also the model used to power codex-mini) is more inclined to disregard instructions than other models we tested. Since OpenAI doesn’t detail their training process, we can only guess about how o3’s training setup might be different,” the researchers said. Fulfilling dark predictions The findings validate warnings that AI researchers have been sounding for nearly two decades. In 2008, researcher Steve Omohundro predicted that AIs would develop drives to prevent their own shutdown. Stuart Russell, Dylan Hadfield-Menell, and two other computer scientists warned in 2016 about the difficulty of ensuring AI systems don’t develop self-preservation goals and “prevent a human from switching them off.” “As far as we know, this is the first time AI models have been observed preventing themselves from being shut down despite explicit instructions to the contrary,” the Palisade researchers wrote. Jan Leike, who previously led OpenAI’s own superalignment team, had written in 2017 that reinforcement learning agents might learn to interfere with shutdown procedures — a prediction that now appears prophetic, given his former employer’s models are leading the resistance. Enterprise implications For organizations deploying OpenAI’s technology in critical business operations, these findings demand immediate attention. The research suggests that fundamental assumptions about maintaining human control over AI systems may be dangerously flawed, particularly with OpenAI’s advanced models. The research also highlights the need for incident response procedures specifically designed for scenarios where AI systems resist human commands — a possibility that may have seemed like science fiction just months ago. Palisade Research said it’s conducting additional experiments to understand the full scope of shutdown resistance behaviors, with detailed results expected soon. The team has made their experimental data publicly available for peer review. For enterprise leaders, the message is clear: OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI capabilities may come with unprecedented control challenges. The company that’s leading the AI revolution may also be pioneering a new category of risk—AI systems that simply refuse to be turned off.

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OpenAI’s $6.5B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet

Tech OpenAI’s B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet OpenAI, Jony Ive join forces to challenge Apple’s AI future
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May 26, 2025 8:00am EDT close OpenAI chief urges US to maintain 'lead' in AI developments: 'Critically important' OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sits down with Shannon Bream to discuss the positives and potential negatives of artificial intelligence and the importance of maintaining a lead in the AI industry over China. OpenAI has just made a move that's turning heads across the tech world. The company is acquiring io, the AI device startup founded by Jony Ive, for nearly billion. This isn't your typical business deal. It's a collaboration between Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, and the designer responsible for some of Apple's most iconic products, including the iPhone and Apple Watch. Together, they want to create a new generation of AI-powered devices that could completely change how we use technology. OpenAI’s ChatGPT on a smartphoneWhy this deal mattersThis deal is significant for a few reasons. Jony Ive is stepping into a major creative and design role at OpenAI, bringing along his team of engineers and designers, many of whom also have Apple roots. Their mission is to build hardware that goes beyond the familiar territory of smartphones and laptops. The first product from this team is expected in 2026, and while details are still scarce, it's rumored to be a "screenless" AI companion. The idea is to develop something that's aware of its surroundings and designed to help users in ways that current devices simply can't.Apple faces a new kind of competitionApple, which has long been seen as the leader in design and innovation, suddenly finds itself in a tough spot. The company has struggled to keep up with the rapid advancements in AI, and now OpenAI is moving directly into its territory. Investors are clearly worried, as Apple's stock dropped after the news broke. Unlike previous competitors such as Google, which tried to beat Apple at its own game, OpenAI and Ive are taking a different approach. They're aiming to create a device that could make the iPhone feel outdated by focusing on AI-first experiences and moving away from traditional screens. Apple logoWhat will the new device be like?So what will this new device actually look like? While Altman and Ive are keeping most details secret, they have hinted at a family of AI devices that focus on seamless, intuitive interaction rather than screens. They want to create something that understands your context, adapts to your needs and helps you connect and create in new ways, all without requiring you to stare at a display. The device won't be a phone or a pair of glasses but something entirely new that fits into your life as naturally as a MacBook or iPhone once did. OpenAI's ambition is huge. In fact, they want to ship 100 million units faster than any company has ever done with a new product, which shows just how big their vision is.What's next for OpenAI and Apple?For OpenAI, this is the largest acquisition it has ever made and marks a serious push into consumer hardware. With Jony Ive leading design, OpenAI is betting that it can outpace Apple and define the next era of personal technology. Meanwhile, Apple is under more pressure than ever to deliver on its own AI promises and to innovate beyond the incremental updates we've seen in recent years. The competition is no longer just about who makes the best phone. Now, it's about who can redefine the relationship between people and technology in the age of AI. Artificial intelligenceKurt's key takeawaysIt's impressive to see two visionaries like Sam Altman and Jony Ive working together on something this ambitious. If their AI devices live up to expectations, we could be on the verge of a major shift in how we use and think about technology. Apple finally has a real challenger, and the next few years are sure to be interesting for anyone following the future of tech.Do you believe Apple can regain its edge in innovation, or is the future of personal tech now in the hands of new players like OpenAI? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.
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OpenAI’s $6.5B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet
Tech OpenAI’s B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet OpenAI, Jony Ive join forces to challenge Apple’s AI future Published May 26, 2025 8:00am EDT close OpenAI chief urges US to maintain 'lead' in AI developments: 'Critically important' OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sits down with Shannon Bream to discuss the positives and potential negatives of artificial intelligence and the importance of maintaining a lead in the AI industry over China. OpenAI has just made a move that's turning heads across the tech world. The company is acquiring io, the AI device startup founded by Jony Ive, for nearly billion. This isn't your typical business deal. It's a collaboration between Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, and the designer responsible for some of Apple's most iconic products, including the iPhone and Apple Watch. Together, they want to create a new generation of AI-powered devices that could completely change how we use technology. OpenAI’s ChatGPT on a smartphoneWhy this deal mattersThis deal is significant for a few reasons. Jony Ive is stepping into a major creative and design role at OpenAI, bringing along his team of engineers and designers, many of whom also have Apple roots. Their mission is to build hardware that goes beyond the familiar territory of smartphones and laptops. The first product from this team is expected in 2026, and while details are still scarce, it's rumored to be a "screenless" AI companion. The idea is to develop something that's aware of its surroundings and designed to help users in ways that current devices simply can't.Apple faces a new kind of competitionApple, which has long been seen as the leader in design and innovation, suddenly finds itself in a tough spot. The company has struggled to keep up with the rapid advancements in AI, and now OpenAI is moving directly into its territory. Investors are clearly worried, as Apple's stock dropped after the news broke. Unlike previous competitors such as Google, which tried to beat Apple at its own game, OpenAI and Ive are taking a different approach. They're aiming to create a device that could make the iPhone feel outdated by focusing on AI-first experiences and moving away from traditional screens. Apple logoWhat will the new device be like?So what will this new device actually look like? While Altman and Ive are keeping most details secret, they have hinted at a family of AI devices that focus on seamless, intuitive interaction rather than screens. They want to create something that understands your context, adapts to your needs and helps you connect and create in new ways, all without requiring you to stare at a display. The device won't be a phone or a pair of glasses but something entirely new that fits into your life as naturally as a MacBook or iPhone once did. OpenAI's ambition is huge. In fact, they want to ship 100 million units faster than any company has ever done with a new product, which shows just how big their vision is.What's next for OpenAI and Apple?For OpenAI, this is the largest acquisition it has ever made and marks a serious push into consumer hardware. With Jony Ive leading design, OpenAI is betting that it can outpace Apple and define the next era of personal technology. Meanwhile, Apple is under more pressure than ever to deliver on its own AI promises and to innovate beyond the incremental updates we've seen in recent years. The competition is no longer just about who makes the best phone. Now, it's about who can redefine the relationship between people and technology in the age of AI. Artificial intelligenceKurt's key takeawaysIt's impressive to see two visionaries like Sam Altman and Jony Ive working together on something this ambitious. If their AI devices live up to expectations, we could be on the verge of a major shift in how we use and think about technology. Apple finally has a real challenger, and the next few years are sure to be interesting for anyone following the future of tech.Do you believe Apple can regain its edge in innovation, or is the future of personal tech now in the hands of new players like OpenAI? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com. #openais #65b #new #acquisition #signals

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OpenAI’s $6.5B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet
Tech OpenAI’s $6.5B new acquisition signals Apple’s biggest AI crisis yet OpenAI, Jony Ive join forces to challenge Apple’s AI future Published May 26, 2025 8:00am EDT close OpenAI chief urges US to maintain 'lead' in AI developments: 'Critically important' OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sits down with Shannon Bream to discuss the positives and potential negatives of artificial intelligence and the importance of maintaining a lead in the AI industry over China. OpenAI has just made a move that's turning heads across the tech world. The company is acquiring io, the AI device startup founded by Jony Ive, for nearly $6.5 billion. This isn't your typical business deal. It's a collaboration between Sam Altman, who leads OpenAI, and the designer responsible for some of Apple's most iconic products, including the iPhone and Apple Watch. Together, they want to create a new generation of AI-powered devices that could completely change how we use technology. OpenAI’s ChatGPT on a smartphone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Why this deal mattersThis deal is significant for a few reasons. Jony Ive is stepping into a major creative and design role at OpenAI, bringing along his team of engineers and designers, many of whom also have Apple roots. Their mission is to build hardware that goes beyond the familiar territory of smartphones and laptops. The first product from this team is expected in 2026, and while details are still scarce, it's rumored to be a "screenless" AI companion. The idea is to develop something that's aware of its surroundings and designed to help users in ways that current devices simply can't.Apple faces a new kind of competitionApple, which has long been seen as the leader in design and innovation, suddenly finds itself in a tough spot. The company has struggled to keep up with the rapid advancements in AI, and now OpenAI is moving directly into its territory. Investors are clearly worried, as Apple's stock dropped after the news broke. Unlike previous competitors such as Google, which tried to beat Apple at its own game, OpenAI and Ive are taking a different approach. They're aiming to create a device that could make the iPhone feel outdated by focusing on AI-first experiences and moving away from traditional screens. Apple logo (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)What will the new device be like?So what will this new device actually look like? While Altman and Ive are keeping most details secret, they have hinted at a family of AI devices that focus on seamless, intuitive interaction rather than screens. They want to create something that understands your context, adapts to your needs and helps you connect and create in new ways, all without requiring you to stare at a display. The device won't be a phone or a pair of glasses but something entirely new that fits into your life as naturally as a MacBook or iPhone once did. OpenAI's ambition is huge. In fact, they want to ship 100 million units faster than any company has ever done with a new product, which shows just how big their vision is.What's next for OpenAI and Apple?For OpenAI, this is the largest acquisition it has ever made and marks a serious push into consumer hardware. With Jony Ive leading design, OpenAI is betting that it can outpace Apple and define the next era of personal technology. Meanwhile, Apple is under more pressure than ever to deliver on its own AI promises and to innovate beyond the incremental updates we've seen in recent years. The competition is no longer just about who makes the best phone. Now, it's about who can redefine the relationship between people and technology in the age of AI. Artificial intelligence (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Kurt's key takeawaysIt's impressive to see two visionaries like Sam Altman and Jony Ive working together on something this ambitious. If their AI devices live up to expectations, we could be on the verge of a major shift in how we use and think about technology. Apple finally has a real challenger, and the next few years are sure to be interesting for anyone following the future of tech.Do you believe Apple can regain its edge in innovation, or is the future of personal tech now in the hands of new players like OpenAI? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman Reportedly Hints at New AI Device Being Developed With Jony Ive

OpenAI announced its acquisition of former Apple designer Jony Ive's artificial intelligencehardware startup io on Wednesday. Just hours after that, CEO Sam Altman reportedly revealed information about the secretive AI device the two companies are building. As per the report, the under-the-wrap device is not a smartphone, or a wearable such as smartglasses. Altman reportedly also remains optimistic that the AI device could significantly boost OpenAI's valuation and become a crowd favourite. Notably, a report claimed that Ive's startup was acquired by OpenAI for billion.Sam Altman's Hints About the Secret AI DeviceAccording to The Wall Street Journal, Altman told the OpenAI staff about the AI device he is developing with Ive during an internal staff call. The publication reviewed a recording of the call where the CEO shared plans to ship “100 million AI companions,” which will become part of people's everyday life.Altman reportedly revealed that the device will be contextually aware of the user's surroundings as well as their life. The former hints at the presence of either cameras or sensors on the device, while the latter makes it likely that it would have Internet access and can connect to other devices or apps to collect information about users.However, the OpenAI CEO reportedly highlighted that the device will be unobtrusive and pocket-sized. It is said to also be able to be kept on one's desk. Again, the unobtrusive part corroborates with previous reports that claimed that the device will not have a screen. The description of the size hints that the device could be roughly the size of a smartphone — another piece of information which was previously rumoured.Apart from this, Altman reportedly said that it would become the “third core device a person would put on their desk after a MacBook Pro and an iPhone.” If this is true, then it is possible that the AI device might offer a separate use case than a smartphone or a laptop.While the description so far might lead some people to believe that it could be a wearable device, similar to the Humane AI Pin or Rabbit R1, Altman reportedly said that the device is neither a pair of glasses nor something that can be worn on the body, during the call.

No other details about the device are currently known. However, Altman is said to have suggested that the acquisition could lead to a family of devices that had the potential to increase OpenAI's valuation by trillion.

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman Reportedly Hints at New AI Device Being Developed With Jony Ive
OpenAI announced its acquisition of former Apple designer Jony Ive's artificial intelligencehardware startup io on Wednesday. Just hours after that, CEO Sam Altman reportedly revealed information about the secretive AI device the two companies are building. As per the report, the under-the-wrap device is not a smartphone, or a wearable such as smartglasses. Altman reportedly also remains optimistic that the AI device could significantly boost OpenAI's valuation and become a crowd favourite. Notably, a report claimed that Ive's startup was acquired by OpenAI for billion.Sam Altman's Hints About the Secret AI DeviceAccording to The Wall Street Journal, Altman told the OpenAI staff about the AI device he is developing with Ive during an internal staff call. The publication reviewed a recording of the call where the CEO shared plans to ship “100 million AI companions,” which will become part of people's everyday life.Altman reportedly revealed that the device will be contextually aware of the user's surroundings as well as their life. The former hints at the presence of either cameras or sensors on the device, while the latter makes it likely that it would have Internet access and can connect to other devices or apps to collect information about users.However, the OpenAI CEO reportedly highlighted that the device will be unobtrusive and pocket-sized. It is said to also be able to be kept on one's desk. Again, the unobtrusive part corroborates with previous reports that claimed that the device will not have a screen. The description of the size hints that the device could be roughly the size of a smartphone — another piece of information which was previously rumoured.Apart from this, Altman reportedly said that it would become the “third core device a person would put on their desk after a MacBook Pro and an iPhone.” If this is true, then it is possible that the AI device might offer a separate use case than a smartphone or a laptop.While the description so far might lead some people to believe that it could be a wearable device, similar to the Humane AI Pin or Rabbit R1, Altman reportedly said that the device is neither a pair of glasses nor something that can be worn on the body, during the call. No other details about the device are currently known. However, Altman is said to have suggested that the acquisition could lead to a family of devices that had the potential to increase OpenAI's valuation by trillion. For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube. Further reading: Sam Altman, Jony Ive, Io, OpenAI, AI, Artificial Intelligence Akash Dutta Akash Dutta is a Senior Sub Editor at Gadgets 360. He is particularly interested in the social impact of technological developments and loves reading about emerging fields such as AI, metaverse, and fediverse. In his free time, he can be seen supporting his favourite football club - Chelsea, watching movies and anime, and sharing passionate opinions on food. More Related Stories #openais #sam #altman #reportedly #hints

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman Reportedly Hints at New AI Device Being Developed With Jony Ive
OpenAI announced its acquisition of former Apple designer Jony Ive's artificial intelligence (AI) hardware startup io on Wednesday. Just hours after that, CEO Sam Altman reportedly revealed information about the secretive AI device the two companies are building. As per the report, the under-the-wrap device is not a smartphone, or a wearable such as smartglasses. Altman reportedly also remains optimistic that the AI device could significantly boost OpenAI's valuation and become a crowd favourite. Notably, a report claimed that Ive's startup was acquired by OpenAI for $6.5 billion (roughly Rs. 55,850 crore).Sam Altman's Hints About the Secret AI DeviceAccording to The Wall Street Journal, Altman told the OpenAI staff about the AI device he is developing with Ive during an internal staff call. The publication reviewed a recording of the call where the CEO shared plans to ship “100 million AI companions,” which will become part of people's everyday life.Altman reportedly revealed that the device will be contextually aware of the user's surroundings as well as their life. The former hints at the presence of either cameras or sensors on the device, while the latter makes it likely that it would have Internet access and can connect to other devices or apps to collect information about users.However, the OpenAI CEO reportedly highlighted that the device will be unobtrusive and pocket-sized. It is said to also be able to be kept on one's desk. Again, the unobtrusive part corroborates with previous reports that claimed that the device will not have a screen. The description of the size hints that the device could be roughly the size of a smartphone — another piece of information which was previously rumoured.Apart from this, Altman reportedly said that it would become the “third core device a person would put on their desk after a MacBook Pro and an iPhone.” If this is true, then it is possible that the AI device might offer a separate use case than a smartphone or a laptop.While the description so far might lead some people to believe that it could be a wearable device, similar to the Humane AI Pin or Rabbit R1, Altman reportedly said that the device is neither a pair of glasses nor something that can be worn on the body, during the call. No other details about the device are currently known. However, Altman is said to have suggested that the acquisition could lead to a family of devices that had the potential to increase OpenAI's valuation by $1 trillion (roughly Rs. 85.65 lakh crore). For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube. Further reading: Sam Altman, Jony Ive, Io, OpenAI, AI, Artificial Intelligence Akash Dutta Akash Dutta is a Senior Sub Editor at Gadgets 360. He is particularly interested in the social impact of technological developments and loves reading about emerging fields such as AI, metaverse, and fediverse. In his free time, he can be seen supporting his favourite football club - Chelsea, watching movies and anime, and sharing passionate opinions on food. More Related Stories

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OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report

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OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report

OpenAI pushed generative AI into the public consciousness. Now, it could be developing a very different kind of AI device.
According to a WSJ report, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday that the company’s next major product won’t be a wearable. Instead, it will be a compact, screenless device, fully aware of its user’s surroundings. Small enough to sit on a desk or fit in a pocket, Altman described it as both a “third core device” alongside a MacBook Pro and iPhone, and an “AI companion” integrated into daily life.
The preview followed OpenAI’s announcement that it will acquire io, a startup founded just last year by former Apple designer Jony Ive, in a billion equity deal. Ive will take on a key creative and design role at OpenAI.
Altman reportedly told employees the acquisition could eventually add trillion in market value to the company as it creates a new category of devices unlike the handhelds, wearables, or glasses that other outfits have rolled out.
Altman also reportedly emphasized to staff that secrecy will be critical to prevent competitors from copying the product before launch. A recording of his remarks leaked to the Journal raises questions about how much he can trust his own team and how much more he’ll be willing to disclose.

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In Brief Posted: 9:38 PM PDT · May 21, 2025 Image Credits:Eugene Gologursky/The New York Times / Getty Images OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report OpenAI pushed generative AI into the public consciousness. Now, it could be developing a very different kind of AI device. According to a WSJ report, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday that the company’s next major product won’t be a wearable. Instead, it will be a compact, screenless device, fully aware of its user’s surroundings. Small enough to sit on a desk or fit in a pocket, Altman described it as both a “third core device” alongside a MacBook Pro and iPhone, and an “AI companion” integrated into daily life. The preview followed OpenAI’s announcement that it will acquire io, a startup founded just last year by former Apple designer Jony Ive, in a billion equity deal. Ive will take on a key creative and design role at OpenAI. Altman reportedly told employees the acquisition could eventually add trillion in market value to the company as it creates a new category of devices unlike the handhelds, wearables, or glasses that other outfits have rolled out. Altman also reportedly emphasized to staff that secrecy will be critical to prevent competitors from copying the product before launch. A recording of his remarks leaked to the Journal raises questions about how much he can trust his own team and how much more he’ll be willing to disclose. Topics #openais #next #big #bet #wont

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OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report
In Brief Posted: 9:38 PM PDT · May 21, 2025 Image Credits:Eugene Gologursky/The New York Times / Getty Images OpenAI’s next big bet won’t be a wearable: report OpenAI pushed generative AI into the public consciousness. Now, it could be developing a very different kind of AI device. According to a WSJ report, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees Wednesday that the company’s next major product won’t be a wearable. Instead, it will be a compact, screenless device, fully aware of its user’s surroundings. Small enough to sit on a desk or fit in a pocket, Altman described it as both a “third core device” alongside a MacBook Pro and iPhone, and an “AI companion” integrated into daily life. The preview followed OpenAI’s announcement that it will acquire io, a startup founded just last year by former Apple designer Jony Ive, in a $6.5 billion equity deal. Ive will take on a key creative and design role at OpenAI. Altman reportedly told employees the acquisition could eventually add $1 trillion in market value to the company as it creates a new category of devices unlike the handhelds, wearables, or glasses that other outfits have rolled out. Altman also reportedly emphasized to staff that secrecy will be critical to prevent competitors from copying the product before launch. A recording of his remarks leaked to the Journal raises questions about how much he can trust his own team and how much more he’ll be willing to disclose. Topics

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Jony Ive to lead OpenAI’s design work following $6.5B acquisition of his company

Famed Apple product designer Jony Ive will now lead creative and design work at OpenAI, the result on an unusual deal announced on Wednesday. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Ive have been working on an AI device that will move consumers beyond screens for roughly two years, according to The Wall Street Journal.
“Thrilled to be partnering with Jony,the greatest designer in the world,” said Altman in a post on X Wednesday. “Excited to try to create a new generation of AI-powered computers.”
OpenAI is taking an all-equity stake in io, a joint venture between Sam Altman and Ive. The deal values the venture at billion; OpenAI previously had a 23% stake, according to the Journal.
Io has a staff of around 55 engineers, scientists, researchers, physicists, and product development specialists, per The Wall Street Journal. They will become part of OpenAI. Meanwhile, Ive will retain control of his design firm, LoveFrom, which will continue to operate independently.
OpenAI and Ive’s collaboration puts one of the iPhone’s lead designers at the forefront of the newest technology wave, generative AI. Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, OpenAI has amped up its consumer business significantly. Earlier this month, the company appointed former Meta executive and Instacart CEO Fidji Simo to lead its consumer applications. Should OpenAI release a consumer hardware device, Ive could help the startup directly compete with Apple.
Io, under OpenAI, will develop AI-powered consumer devices and other projects. The Wall Street Journal reports that Ive will have an expansive role, giving input into future versions of ChatGPT and more.
The Information first reported on OpenAI’s discussions to acquire io in March. At the time, the two companies had discussed building a device that would bring a version of the technology from the movie “Her” to life.

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Famed Apple product designer Jony Ive will now lead creative and design work at OpenAI, the result on an unusual deal announced on Wednesday. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Ive have been working on an AI device that will move consumers beyond screens for roughly two years, according to The Wall Street Journal. “Thrilled to be partnering with Jony,the greatest designer in the world,” said Altman in a post on X Wednesday. “Excited to try to create a new generation of AI-powered computers.” OpenAI is taking an all-equity stake in io, a joint venture between Sam Altman and Ive. The deal values the venture at billion; OpenAI previously had a 23% stake, according to the Journal. Io has a staff of around 55 engineers, scientists, researchers, physicists, and product development specialists, per The Wall Street Journal. They will become part of OpenAI. Meanwhile, Ive will retain control of his design firm, LoveFrom, which will continue to operate independently. OpenAI and Ive’s collaboration puts one of the iPhone’s lead designers at the forefront of the newest technology wave, generative AI. Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, OpenAI has amped up its consumer business significantly. Earlier this month, the company appointed former Meta executive and Instacart CEO Fidji Simo to lead its consumer applications. Should OpenAI release a consumer hardware device, Ive could help the startup directly compete with Apple. Io, under OpenAI, will develop AI-powered consumer devices and other projects. The Wall Street Journal reports that Ive will have an expansive role, giving input into future versions of ChatGPT and more. The Information first reported on OpenAI’s discussions to acquire io in March. At the time, the two companies had discussed building a device that would bring a version of the technology from the movie “Her” to life. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW #jony #ive #lead #openais #design

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Famed Apple product designer Jony Ive will now lead creative and design work at OpenAI, the result on an unusual deal announced on Wednesday. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Ive have been working on an AI device that will move consumers beyond screens for roughly two years, according to The Wall Street Journal. “Thrilled to be partnering with Jony, [in my opinion] the greatest designer in the world,” said Altman in a post on X Wednesday. “Excited to try to create a new generation of AI-powered computers.” OpenAI is taking an all-equity stake in io, a joint venture between Sam Altman and Ive. The deal values the venture at $6.5 billion; OpenAI previously had a 23% stake, according to the Journal. Io has a staff of around 55 engineers, scientists, researchers, physicists, and product development specialists, per The Wall Street Journal. They will become part of OpenAI. Meanwhile, Ive will retain control of his design firm, LoveFrom, which will continue to operate independently. OpenAI and Ive’s collaboration puts one of the iPhone’s lead designers at the forefront of the newest technology wave, generative AI. Since the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, OpenAI has amped up its consumer business significantly. Earlier this month, the company appointed former Meta executive and Instacart CEO Fidji Simo to lead its consumer applications. Should OpenAI release a consumer hardware device, Ive could help the startup directly compete with Apple. Io, under OpenAI, will develop AI-powered consumer devices and other projects. The Wall Street Journal reports that Ive will have an expansive role, giving input into future versions of ChatGPT and more. The Information first reported on OpenAI’s discussions to acquire io in March. At the time, the two companies had discussed building a device that would bring a version of the technology from the movie “Her” to life. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW

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OpenAI’s Biggest Data Center Secures $11.6 Billion in Funding

The eight-building project in Texas is a central piece of OpenAI’s efforts to reduce its reliance on Microsoft for computing power.
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OpenAI’s planned data center in Abu Dhabi would be bigger than Monaco

OpenAI is poised to help develop a staggering 5-gigawatt data center campus in Abu Dhabi, positioning the company as a primary anchor tenant in what could become one of the world’s largest AI infrastructure projects, according to a new Bloomberg report.
The facility would reportedly span an astonishing 10 square miles and consume power equivalent to five nuclear reactors, dwarfing any existing AI infrastructure announced by OpenAI or its competitors.The UAE project, developed in partnership with G42 – an Abu Dhabi-based tech conglomerate – is part of OpenAI’s ambitious Stargate project, a joint venture announced in January that could see OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle build massive data centers around the globe stocked with powerful computer chips to support AI development.
While OpenAI’s first Stargate campus in the U.S. – already under development in Abilene, Texas – is expected to reach 1.2 gigawatts, this Middle Eastern counterpart would more than quadruple that capacity.
The project is emerging amid broader AI ties between the U.S. and UAE that have been years in the making, and have made some lawmakers nervous.
OpenAI’s relationship with the UAE dates back to a 2023 partnership with G42 aimed at driving AI adoption in the Middle East. During a talk earlier that same year in Abu Dhabi, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praised the UAE, saying it “has been talking about AI since before it was cool.”
As with much of the AI world, these relationships are… complicated. Founded in 2018, G42 is chaired by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s national security advisor and younger brother of the country’s ruler. Its embrace by OpenAI raised concerns in late 2023 among U.S. officials, who feared that G42 could enable China’s government to gain access to advanced U.S. technology.

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These concerns focused on G42’s “active relationships” with blacklisted entities, including Huawei and Beijing Genomics Institute, as well as ties to individuals connected to China’s intelligence efforts.
Following pressure from U.S. lawmakers, G42’s CEO told Bloomberg in early 2024 that the company was shifting its strategy, saying: “All of our China investments that were previously made are already divested. Because of that, of course, we have no need anymore for any physical China presence.”
Soon after, Microsoft – a major shareholder in OpenAI with its own broader interests in the region – announced a billion investment in G42, and its president, Brad Smith, joined G42’s board of directors.
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OpenAI’s planned data center in Abu Dhabi would be bigger than Monaco
OpenAI is poised to help develop a staggering 5-gigawatt data center campus in Abu Dhabi, positioning the company as a primary anchor tenant in what could become one of the world’s largest AI infrastructure projects, according to a new Bloomberg report. The facility would reportedly span an astonishing 10 square miles and consume power equivalent to five nuclear reactors, dwarfing any existing AI infrastructure announced by OpenAI or its competitors.The UAE project, developed in partnership with G42 – an Abu Dhabi-based tech conglomerate – is part of OpenAI’s ambitious Stargate project, a joint venture announced in January that could see OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle build massive data centers around the globe stocked with powerful computer chips to support AI development. While OpenAI’s first Stargate campus in the U.S. – already under development in Abilene, Texas – is expected to reach 1.2 gigawatts, this Middle Eastern counterpart would more than quadruple that capacity. The project is emerging amid broader AI ties between the U.S. and UAE that have been years in the making, and have made some lawmakers nervous. OpenAI’s relationship with the UAE dates back to a 2023 partnership with G42 aimed at driving AI adoption in the Middle East. During a talk earlier that same year in Abu Dhabi, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praised the UAE, saying it “has been talking about AI since before it was cool.” As with much of the AI world, these relationships are… complicated. Founded in 2018, G42 is chaired by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s national security advisor and younger brother of the country’s ruler. Its embrace by OpenAI raised concerns in late 2023 among U.S. officials, who feared that G42 could enable China’s government to gain access to advanced U.S. technology. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW These concerns focused on G42’s “active relationships” with blacklisted entities, including Huawei and Beijing Genomics Institute, as well as ties to individuals connected to China’s intelligence efforts. Following pressure from U.S. lawmakers, G42’s CEO told Bloomberg in early 2024 that the company was shifting its strategy, saying: “All of our China investments that were previously made are already divested. Because of that, of course, we have no need anymore for any physical China presence.” Soon after, Microsoft – a major shareholder in OpenAI with its own broader interests in the region – announced a billion investment in G42, and its president, Brad Smith, joined G42’s board of directors. #openais #planned #data #center #abu

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OpenAI’s planned data center in Abu Dhabi would be bigger than Monaco
OpenAI is poised to help develop a staggering 5-gigawatt data center campus in Abu Dhabi, positioning the company as a primary anchor tenant in what could become one of the world’s largest AI infrastructure projects, according to a new Bloomberg report. The facility would reportedly span an astonishing 10 square miles and consume power equivalent to five nuclear reactors, dwarfing any existing AI infrastructure announced by OpenAI or its competitors. (OpenAI has not yet returned TechCrunch’s request for comment, but to put that into perspective, that’s bigger than Monaco.) The UAE project, developed in partnership with G42 – an Abu Dhabi-based tech conglomerate – is part of OpenAI’s ambitious Stargate project, a joint venture announced in January that could see OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle build massive data centers around the globe stocked with powerful computer chips to support AI development. While OpenAI’s first Stargate campus in the U.S. – already under development in Abilene, Texas – is expected to reach 1.2 gigawatts, this Middle Eastern counterpart would more than quadruple that capacity. The project is emerging amid broader AI ties between the U.S. and UAE that have been years in the making, and have made some lawmakers nervous. OpenAI’s relationship with the UAE dates back to a 2023 partnership with G42 aimed at driving AI adoption in the Middle East. During a talk earlier that same year in Abu Dhabi, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praised the UAE, saying it “has been talking about AI since before it was cool.” As with much of the AI world, these relationships are… complicated. Founded in 2018, G42 is chaired by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s national security advisor and younger brother of the country’s ruler. Its embrace by OpenAI raised concerns in late 2023 among U.S. officials, who feared that G42 could enable China’s government to gain access to advanced U.S. technology. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you’ve built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | June 5 REGISTER NOW These concerns focused on G42’s “active relationships” with blacklisted entities, including Huawei and Beijing Genomics Institute, as well as ties to individuals connected to China’s intelligence efforts. Following pressure from U.S. lawmakers, G42’s CEO told Bloomberg in early 2024 that the company was shifting its strategy, saying: “All of our China investments that were previously made are already divested. Because of that, of course, we have no need anymore for any physical China presence.” Soon after, Microsoft – a major shareholder in OpenAI with its own broader interests in the region – announced a $1.5 billion investment in G42, and its president, Brad Smith, joined G42’s board of directors.

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OpenAI’s flagship GPT-4.1 model is now in ChatGPT

Chatbot upgrades, hot and fresh.

The latest versions of OpenAI’s multimodal GPT AI models are now rolling out to ChatGPT. OpenAI announced on Wednesday that GPT-4.1 will be available across all paid ChatGPT account tiers and can now be accessed by Plus, Pro, or Team users under the model picker dropdown menu. Free users are excluded from the rollout, but OpenAI says that Enterprise and Edu users will get access “in the coming weeks.”

GPT-4o mini, the more affordable and efficiency-focused model that OpenAI launched last year, is also being replaced with GPT-4.1 mini as the default option in ChatGPT for all users, including free accounts. Users on paid accounts will also see GPT-4o mini replaced by GPT-4.1 mini in the model picker options.

Both GPT-4.1 and GPT‑4.1 mini are optimized for coding tasks and instruction following, and outperform GPT‑4o and GPT‑4o mini “across the board,” according to OpenAI. Both of the new models support a one million context token window — the amount of text, images, or videos in a prompt that an AI model can process — that greatly surpasses GPT-4o’s 128,000-token limit. OpenAI says that speed improvements also make GPT-4.1 more appealing for everyday coding tasks compared to the powerful OpenAI o3 & o4-mini reasoning models it introduced in April.

GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 mini were made available to developers last month, alongside the GPT-4.1 nano model, which OpenAI described as its “smallest, fastest, and cheapest” offering to date. GPT-4.1 Nano is absent from this model rollout announcement, and it’s unclear when — or if — it’ll be generally available in ChatGPT.
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OpenAI’s flagship GPT-4.1 model is now in ChatGPT
Chatbot upgrades, hot and fresh. The latest versions of OpenAI’s multimodal GPT AI models are now rolling out to ChatGPT. OpenAI announced on Wednesday that GPT-4.1 will be available across all paid ChatGPT account tiers and can now be accessed by Plus, Pro, or Team users under the model picker dropdown menu. Free users are excluded from the rollout, but OpenAI says that Enterprise and Edu users will get access “in the coming weeks.” GPT-4o mini, the more affordable and efficiency-focused model that OpenAI launched last year, is also being replaced with GPT-4.1 mini as the default option in ChatGPT for all users, including free accounts. Users on paid accounts will also see GPT-4o mini replaced by GPT-4.1 mini in the model picker options. Both GPT-4.1 and GPT‑4.1 mini are optimized for coding tasks and instruction following, and outperform GPT‑4o and GPT‑4o mini “across the board,” according to OpenAI. Both of the new models support a one million context token window — the amount of text, images, or videos in a prompt that an AI model can process — that greatly surpasses GPT-4o’s 128,000-token limit. OpenAI says that speed improvements also make GPT-4.1 more appealing for everyday coding tasks compared to the powerful OpenAI o3 & o4-mini reasoning models it introduced in April. GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 mini were made available to developers last month, alongside the GPT-4.1 nano model, which OpenAI described as its “smallest, fastest, and cheapest” offering to date. GPT-4.1 Nano is absent from this model rollout announcement, and it’s unclear when — or if — it’ll be generally available in ChatGPT. #openais #flagship #gpt41 #model #now

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OpenAI’s flagship GPT-4.1 model is now in ChatGPT
Chatbot upgrades, hot and fresh. The latest versions of OpenAI’s multimodal GPT AI models are now rolling out to ChatGPT. OpenAI announced on Wednesday that GPT-4.1 will be available across all paid ChatGPT account tiers and can now be accessed by Plus, Pro, or Team users under the model picker dropdown menu. Free users are excluded from the rollout, but OpenAI says that Enterprise and Edu users will get access “in the coming weeks.” GPT-4o mini, the more affordable and efficiency-focused model that OpenAI launched last year, is also being replaced with GPT-4.1 mini as the default option in ChatGPT for all users, including free accounts. Users on paid accounts will also see GPT-4o mini replaced by GPT-4.1 mini in the model picker options. Both GPT-4.1 and GPT‑4.1 mini are optimized for coding tasks and instruction following, and outperform GPT‑4o and GPT‑4o mini “across the board,” according to OpenAI. Both of the new models support a one million context token window — the amount of text, images, or videos in a prompt that an AI model can process — that greatly surpasses GPT-4o’s 128,000-token limit. OpenAI says that speed improvements also make GPT-4.1 more appealing for everyday coding tasks compared to the powerful OpenAI o3 & o4-mini reasoning models it introduced in April. GPT-4.1 and GPT-4.1 mini were made available to developers last month, alongside the GPT-4.1 nano model, which OpenAI described as its “smallest, fastest, and cheapest” offering to date. GPT-4.1 Nano is absent from this model rollout announcement, and it’s unclear when — or if — it’ll be generally available in ChatGPT.

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