HIBT Lab! OpenAI: Sam Altman
How I Built This with Guy Raz
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The Challenges of Uncertainty in Building Groundbreaking Technology
Building groundbreaking technology involves uncertainty as it is akin to driving on a country road at night with headlights; you can only see so far ahead. Unlike building known products like autonomous vehicles, creating something revolutionary means heading towards a future that is unimaginable. The complexity lies in developing technology that can surpass human processing capabilities. While some projects, like a nuclear fusion company, have clarity on goals and next steps, ventures like OpenAI struggle with uncertainty. The difficulty in seeking advice and guidance in such ambiguous settings is highlighted, contrasting with the clearer path and upside in more certain endeavors.
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