Sam Altman says Google did not take OpenAI seriously; calls company huge threat

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admits Google posed a significant threat in 2023, capable of “smashing” his company. He believes Google’s powerful business model and AI integration strategies are formidable challenges. Altman also recently identified Apple as a key rival, emphasizing the importance of AI-powered devices over software alone, even as OpenAI prioritizes ChatGPT improvements.