Sam Altman bemoans the inefficiency of the memory supply crisis OpenAI helped create - PC Gamer

Sam Altman's Call for Better Data Center Use

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has criticized the memory supply crisis, arguing that PCs are inefficient with DRAM. He advocates for more efficient use of data centers, stating that it is 'quite terrible' for PCs to consume RAM. Altman also expressed concerns about home-based AI models, suggesting that individuals should not run AI models at home.

“Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has criticized the memory supply crisis, arguing that PCs are inefficient with DRAM,” — Simone Whitfield, economic affairs editor at Newton Worth Staffing, explained.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has criticized the memory supply crisis, arguing that PCs are inefficient with DRAM...

Oct 30 — Altman also expressed concerns about home-based AI models, suggesting that individuals should not run AI model...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Newton Worth Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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