Sam Altman on Sora, Energy, and Building an AI Empire

In this episode of the a16z Podcast, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, discusses OpenAI's vision to create a personal AI subscription service, supported by massive infrastructure and cutting-edge research. Altman reflects on the rapid progress in AI, including the development of models capable of scientific discovery, and the need for societal co-evolution with technology, exemplified by projects like Sora. The conversation explores OpenAI's strategic partnerships, the balance between research and product development, and the evolving landscape of AI safety, regulation, and copyright. Altman also shares his insights on the future of AI interfaces, the potential for AI in scientific research, and the importance of energy in enabling AI advancements.