In a recent interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer, OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar addressed the growing debate surrounding the safety of artificial intelligence, particularly in light of alarming warnings from industry experts about the potential dangers of AI technology.
Friar stated that while she is not overly concerned about AI agents using weapons of mass destruction, the company is taking safety seriously and is willing to slow down development if necessary. This comes as prominent figures in the AI sector, including Anthropic's Dario Amodei and SpaceX's Elon Musk, have called for a slowdown in AI development to mitigate risks.
The urgency of these safety discussions raises questions about how they might affect the timelines for initial public offerings (IPOs) for companies like Anthropic and OpenAI. Although Anthropic's IPO was anticipated soon, OpenAI's plans remain uncertain, with Friar previously indicating a potential public offering in 2027, contingent on business performance