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Squawk on the Street
Squawk on the Street+ OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap 10/7/24
Oct 7, 2024
Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, shares insights on the company's $6.6 billion funding round and partnership with Apple, enhancing AI tech in devices. He discusses the introduction of the O1 AI model, which aims for more human-like interactions. The conversation also covers OpenAI's collaboration with Microsoft to scale AI research and the transformative potential of advanced AI in various industries. Lastly, he highlights rapid progress in artificial general intelligence and strategic growth initiatives.
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- OpenAI's $6.6 billion funding round aims to enhance AI research and infrastructure, enabling the development of more sophisticated models.
- The partnership with Apple will allow AI technologies to be directly embedded into devices, transforming user interactions to be more intuitive and seamless.
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OpenAI's Recent Funding and Valuation
OpenAI has successfully raised $6.6 billion, marking one of the largest funding rounds for a private company and bringing its valuation to $157 billion. This influx of capital is expected to drive significant growth and innovation within the company. The funding will primarily support advancements in AI research and infrastructure, ensuring OpenAI can develop more complex models. With over 250 million users accessing ChatGPT weekly, the investment aims to enhance product experiences and expand the user base further.
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