L’altro zio Sam
Il Sole 24 Ore
Sam Altman è il papà di ChatGpt, il chatbot che ha fatto scoprire al mondo le potenzialità dell’intelligenza artificiale generativa. L’uomo che sta disegnando lo sviluppo della tecnologia più strategica dei prossimi anni. Conoscere Altman, quindi, significa conoscere un pezzo del nostro futuro. Abbiamo parlato con chi ha lavorato con lui. Ricostruito le tappe fondamentali della sua carriera. Indagato il suo pensiero strategico ed economico. Altman rientra perfettamente nello storytelling della Silicon Valley. È un suo prodotto, e oggi il suo leader. Ha studiato a Stanford, senza laurearsi. È stato presidente di Y Combinator, l’incubatore di startup più importante al mondo. E ora, dove vuole arrivare? Abbiamo cercato di rispondere a queste domande con “L’altro zio Sam”, il nuovo podcast del Sole 24 Ore, dedicato all’uomo che, tra le altre cose, ha riaffermato la centralità degli Stati Uniti nella rivoluzione tecnologica.
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Jul 30, 2025 • 26min
Sam contro Elon: lo scontro finale
Marco Trombetti, co-founder of Translated, dives into the intense rivalry between Elon Musk and Sam Altman. As Musk battles to save Tesla from a market collapse, Altman strengthens OpenAI's position with a massive Defense Department contract. The discussion highlights their contrasting visions of AI's future, with Musk's struggles backdrop to Altman’s ambition for decentralized technology. Will innovation or strategy prevail in shaping tomorrow's digital landscape? Tune in for insights on this high-stakes technological showdown.
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Oct 7, 2024 • 23min
La scelta di diventare grande
In this lively discussion, Luca Mari, a Professor of Science of Measurement at LIUC, and Marco Trombetti, an innovation expert, dive into the recent transformative changes at OpenAI. They explore the ethical implications of AI's rapid evolution, stressing the tension between profit and responsibility. Cultural differences between Europe and the U.S. regarding innovation are scrutinized, highlighting how these perspectives influence business practices. The conversation also grapples with the future of creativity in an AI-driven world, questioning what originality means now.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 21min
Il futuro dell’Ai secondo Altman
Discover the promising yet concerning future of generative artificial intelligence through Sam Altman's lens. Delve into the ethical dilemmas and the urgent need for societal engagement in AI development. Explore the contrasting attitudes towards AI globally and the necessity for equitable access. The dynamic between mobile apps and AI markets reveals the importance of competition to foster innovation. Uncover the risks to human creativity and critical thinking as AI influences art and narratives, urging a conversation about tech's social responsibility.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 15min
Un nuovo leader, una nuova visione
The discussion kicks off with insights into tech titans like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk, unveiling their monumental impacts. It then shifts to Sam Altman’s ambitious ventures involving AI, nuclear fusion, and biotechnology. The episode tackles the tensions between AI governance and transformative potential. It raises concerns about job security as AI evolves, emphasizing the need for innovative wealth distribution. Alongside ambitious energy goals, Altman's vision for autonomous value creation paints a compelling picture of a future shaped by technological advancement.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 20min
Quelle 72 ore di paura
On November 17, 2023, Sam Altman's shocking dismissal from OpenAI sends ripples through Silicon Valley. Accusations of manipulation and straying from the company's mission spark intense turmoil among board members. Microsoft wades into the conflict, raising eyebrows about future collaborations. The episode dives into the emotional stakes of corporate decision-making, ethical dilemmas, and the tug-of-war between focusing on research and immediate products. The fallout underscores the precarious balance in the tech world as AI's future hangs in the balance.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 18min
La nascita di OpenAI
Explore the pivotal moments that led to the formation of OpenAI, including a landmark meeting with industry titans. Discover how the launch of ChatGPT transformed AI accessibility and usage. Dive into groundbreaking advancements like GPT-2 and GPT-3, and learn about the unique governance challenges OpenAI faced. Examine the controversies surrounding its shift to a for-profit model and partnerships with tech giants. Finally, marvel at the meteoric rise of ChatGPT, which captured 100 million users in just two months.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 20min
Come Sam Altman è diventato Sam Altman
Discover the fascinating journey of a tech visionary who built OpenAI. From his early days at Stanford to launching successful startups, hear about the pivotal moments that shaped his career. The podcast dives into his role at Y Combinator, showcasing his managerial prowess and networking skills. Explore the broader implications of AI on society and how tech entrepreneurship requires a unique blend of vision and strategy. Plus, learn about personal transformations that intertwine technology with identity.
Jul 26, 2024 • 4min
L’altro zio Sam
Sam Altman è il papà di ChatGpt, il chatbot che ha fatto scoprire al mondo le potenzialità dell’intelligenza artificiale generativa. L’uomo che sta disegnando lo sviluppo della tecnologia più strategica dei prossimi anni. Conoscere Altman, quindi, significa conoscere un pezzo del nostro futuro. Abbiamo cercato di farlo. Parlando con chi ha lavorato con lui, ripercorrendo tappe chiave, visione strategica e idee di futuro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
