

Brad Lightcap
COO of OpenAI, working alongside Sam Altman. He manages the operational and business aspects of the company.
Top 10 podcasts with Brad Lightcap
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Apr 15, 2024 • 50min
20VC: OpenAI's Sam Altman and Brad Lightcap on The Future of Foundation Models: Will They Be Commoditised | How to Solve the Problem of Compute | Open vs Closed: Which Dominates and Why | Which Companies and Verticals Will Be Steamrolled by OpenAI
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, delve into the future of foundation models and their potential commoditization. They discuss the critical bottlenecks OpenAI will face in the upcoming year, including computing challenges. The duo explores the dynamic AI landscape, debating the necessity for continuous innovation among startups. They also reflect on their unique partnership and decision-making processes, while contemplating how future advancements in AI could transform entire industries and personal lives.

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Aug 8, 2025 • 31min
OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap: GPT-5's Capabilities, Why It Matters, and Where AI Goes Next
Brad Lightcap, Chief Operating Officer of OpenAI, discusses the groundbreaking launch of GPT-5 and its impressive capabilities. He dives into its enhanced reasoning and intelligence, explaining how it improves upon previous models. The conversation explores AI model training complexities, emphasizing scaling and innovation. Lightcap also touches on the potential of GPT-5 in personal health and enterprise solutions, while balancing cost and quality in AI innovations. A fascinating insight into the future and practical applications of AI awaits!

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Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 5min
Episode 3 - Jobs, growth, and the AI economy
Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, and Ronnie Chatterji, Chief Economist, dive into the rapid evolution of AI and its profound impact on the economy. They explore how AI can supercharge small businesses and enhance productivity across sectors. The discussion touches on the importance of emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world and the necessity of adapting education to prepare future workers. They also examine AI's transformative potential in emerging markets, highlighting how it can democratize access to services and create new job opportunities.

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Feb 4, 2026 • 26min
Wie OpenAI-COO Brad Lightcap KI in unseren Alltag bringen will
Brad Lightcap, COO von OpenAI, verantwortlich für Betrieb, Partnerschaften und Marktausbau. Er spricht über OpenAIs neues Hardware‑Produkt für 2026 und wie ein eigenes Gerät Interaktionen neu denken könnte. Diskussionen zu Einsatzfeldern in Unternehmen und Europa, zu ChatGPT Health sowie zur Balance von Zugänglichkeit und Monetarisierung.

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Oct 7, 2025 • 9min
OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap Talks What's Next For OpenAI
Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, discusses the exciting developments from OpenAI’s Developers Day. He reveals that the company is facing compute constraints while rolling out new apps and forming partnerships, notably with AMD. Brad explains how ChatGPT is evolving into a super assistant and potentially an operating system, enabling third-party integration. He shares insights on monetization strategies, user growth, and the impressive API scaling, emphasizing the need to invest in infrastructure ahead of rising demand.

Aug 8, 2025 • 44min
OpenAI’s COO Lightcap Talks GPT-5 Launch
Brad Lightcap, the COO of OpenAI, discusses the groundbreaking release of GPT-5 and its potential impact across various industries. He dives into the fierce competition for talent in the AI sector, shedding light on OpenAI's mission-driven approach. The conversation also touches on partnerships with tech giants like Microsoft and the evolving landscape of generative AI. Lightcap highlights dynamic reasoning advancements in GPT-5 and the increasing integration of AI solutions within Fortune 500 companies, illustrating the revolution in corporate strategies.

Aug 8, 2025 • 10min
OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap Talks GPT-5
Brad Lightcap, COO of OpenAI, discusses the anticipated launch of GPT-5, aiming for widespread access soon. He highlights its advancements in coding, writing, and healthcare, emphasizing enhanced reliability. The conversation sheds light on how Fortune 500 companies are rapidly adopting ChatGPT to create customized tools. Lightcap also dives into the ambitious $500 billion Stargate project aimed at improving AI infrastructure and the strategic partnership with Microsoft, revealing the competitive dynamics shaping the future of AI.

Oct 7, 2024 • 13min
Squawk on the Street+ OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap 10/7/24
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.

Apr 4, 2024 • 14min
OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap Talks AI's Enterprise Adoption
Brad Lightcap, OpenAI COO, discusses AI's enterprise adoption and partnerships with tech giants. Topics include strategies for hiring top talent, industry collaborations in media, open versus closed model in AI adoption, addressing growing AI demand, and the positive impacts of AI technology on businesses and society.

Apr 4, 2024 • 40min
OpenAI's Enterprise Adoption and Apple's Robot Ambitions
Brad Lightcap, OpenAI COO, discusses AI's enterprise adoption and OpenAI's growth. Apple explores home robots after scrapping car ambitions. Topics include AI impact on enterprises, Grammarly's communication solutions, Disney proxy battle, and Apple's advancements in robotics.


