Sam Altman admits rightful fears of AI but calls on public to ‘trust’ tech companies

Published September 16, 2026 11:40am ET | Updated September 16, 2026 11:40am ET



OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledged growing fears about an artificial intelligence takeover while urging the public to trust the companies developing the technology to prioritize safety.

“I think the world is right to be afraid of this,” Altman said, adding that he is “very confident” the industry can keep AI aligned with human values.

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