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OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but 'should trust' AI firms

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What happened

Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC Business and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:59:20 UTC.

Why it matters

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