Altman predicts AGI this year, but why do OpenAI staff see 5-10 years?
Dr_Singularity · x · 2026-08-30
Questioning the disparity between Sam Altman's prediction of AGI by year-end and other OpenAI figures citing 5-10 years. The author argues current models are already capable of aiding chip design (citing the Jalapeño project), making such bearishness inconsistent with observed progress.
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