Sam Altman's 'Three Observations' remains best AI explanation
Kangwook_Lee · x · 2026-08-19
Kangwook Lee suggests rereading Sam Altman's 'Three Observations' in 2026, noting that the core formulas—intelligence approximating log(investment) and potential value exceeding it—remain the best explanation for today's AI industry dynamics.
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