OpenAI's Altman Announces AGI Release, AI Agents in 2025, Shifts Focus to Superintelligence

Jan 6, 2025, 02:24 AM

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced in a recent blog post that the company is confident in its ability to build artificial general intelligence (AGI) as traditionally understood and plans to release it this year. Altman revealed that OpenAI believes the first AI agents will join the workforce in 2025, materially changing the output of companies. He stated that they are beginning to focus beyond AGI, aiming to develop superintelligence. Altman emphasized that superintelligent tools could significantly accelerate scientific discovery and innovation, leading to increased abundance and prosperity. This development marks a significant milestone in AI technology, signaling a transformative period for industries worldwide.