Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, expressed his enthusiasm after a productive meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, June 8. Altman, who is currently visiting India, discussed the vast potential of artificial intelligence (AI) with the Prime Minister.
During an event in Delhi, Altman shared insights from his meeting with Modi, highlighting their discussions on the opportunities AI presents for India and the importance of considering global regulations to mitigate the downsides of the technology.
Altman praised the Prime Minister’s thoughtful approach to AI and his understanding of the benefits it can bring. He specifically mentioned India’s early adoption of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and expressed his delight in witnessing its success in the country.
Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, had recently announced that the Indian government had initiated internal consultations regarding principles and guardrails for the use of AI in language learning models. Altman acknowledged Chandrasekhar’s remarks, acknowledging the intelligence and perspectives of Indian minds in shaping AI regulations.
Altman also emphasized the existential risk posed by AI and urged global leaders to collaborate in establishing comprehensive regulations for the field.
In addition to his meeting with government officials, Altman engaged with startup founders and attended various events during his visit to India. When asked about potential investments in Indian startups, Altman expressed openness and enthusiasm, stating that OpenAI would love to invest in Indian startups. OpenAI has already been investing in AI startups through its OpenAI Startup Fund, which recently raised $175 million.
OpenAI has been increasing its focus on the Indian market and recently expanded the availability of ChatGPT for Indian iOS users, along with over 30 other countries. This move reflects OpenAI’s commitment to supporting AI advancements and fostering innovation in India.
Altman’s meeting with Prime Minister Modi and his engagements with Indian startup founders further highlight the growing significance of AI in India’s technology landscape, as well as the country’s potential as a hub for AI-driven innovation and investment.
