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Bill Gates has a message for Sam Altman, who says some AI fears sound like bad sci-fi

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What happened

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has responded to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's warning against AI "doomerism", saying all responsible AI leaders, including Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, are telling the world the technology is very concerning.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 04:46:14 UTC.

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  1. Justice Department investigates TV networks, citing possible anti-trust violations

  2. Justice Department investigates TV networks as White House press-access fight escalates

  3. Bill Gates has a message for Sam Altman, who says some AI fears sound like bad sci-fi

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