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On Thursday, OpenAI<\/strong> CEO Sam Altman <\/strong>said the world may be just years away from early superintelligence while urging democratic governance of artificial intelligence over concentrated control.<\/p>\n Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit 2026<\/a>, Altman said AI systems have advanced from struggling with high school math to performing research-level mathematics and contributing to theoretical physics in just over a year.<\/p>\n “On our current trajectory, we believe we may be only a couple of years away from early versions of true superintelligence,” Altman said. “Of course, we could be wrong, but I think it really bears serious consideration.”<\/p>\n Don’t Miss:<\/strong><\/p>\n This Energy Storage Company Already Has $185M in Contracts\u2014Shares Are Still Available<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Before the IPO: <\/strong>How One Company Quietly Locked Up 500+ Iconic Character Rights<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n He added that by the end of 2028, more of the world’s intellectual capacity could exist inside data centers than outside them \u2014 a statement he described as extraordinary.<\/p>\n Altman also highlighted that the future of AI must be built on democratization rather than concentrated power in a single company or country.<\/p>\n “We believe that democratization of AI is the only fair and safe path forward,” he said, warning that centralizing such powerful technology could lead to dangerous outcomes.<\/p>\n He argued that a desirable AI-driven future should prioritize liberty, democracy and human agency, rather than trading freedom for technological breakthroughs.<\/p>\n Trending:\u00a0Blue-chip art has historically outpaced the S&P 500 since 1995, and fractional investing is now opening this institutional asset class to everyday investors.<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Altman further said AI could dramatically reduce costs across healthcare, education and manufacturing, while accelerating economic growth. However, he acknowledged significant job disruption<\/a> as systems become more capable.<\/p>\n He also called for international coordination \u2014 potentially similar to a global nuclear watchdog \u2014 to manage risks as AI capabilities advance.<\/p>\n “The next few years will test global society,” Altman said while concluding. He urged policymakers and citizens alike to engage in shaping AI’s trajectory.<\/p>\n Read Next:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n This AI Helps Fortune 1000 Brands Avoid Costly Ad Mistakes \u2014 <\/strong>See Why Investors Are Paying Attention<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n This Under-$1 Pre-IPO AI Company Is Still Open to Retail Investors \u2014<\/strong> Learn More<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Photo courtesy: jamesonwu1972\/Shutterstock<\/em><\/p>\n Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge’s one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights<\/strong><\/a> that can set you ahead in today’s competitive market.<\/p>\n Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga:<\/p>\nAI Progress Accelerating Toward Superintelligence<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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