OpenAI boss Sam Altman spells out how and why the AI industry wants to slow down: 'We could lose control'

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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OpenAI's chief has made comments detailing how AI safety frameworks and a slowdown could work, as the industry unites behind concerns.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:59:18 UTC.

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