OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has defended his company’s AI technology, stating that it is “safe enough” for widespread use. His remarks came after a controversy erupted over an OpenAI AI voice that closely resembled actress Scarlett Johansson. Johansson issued a statement saying that she had declined an offer from Altman to use her voice in the AI model.
Altman insisted that OpenAI had put in a “huge amount of work” to ensure the safety of its models. He added that the company’s models are generally considered robust enough and safe enough for a wide variety of uses.
However, concerns about OpenAI’s commitment to safety resurfaced last week when the company dissolved its “superalignment” group, which was dedicated to understanding and reducing long-term dangers of AI. Team co-leader Jan Leike announced his departure from OpenAI and criticized the company for prioritizing “shiny new products” over safety.
Despite these concerns, Altman maintained that OpenAI is committed to the responsible development and use of AI technology. He advised that this is a special time to take advantage of AI’s potential and not to delay or wait for the next thing.
OpenAI’s AI technology has been at the forefront of recent advancements in artificial intelligence. Its models have demonstrated impressive capabilities in natural language processing, image and speech generation, and other areas. However, as AI technology continues to evolve rapidly, discussions and debates about its potential risks and benefits are likely to continue.
