OpenAI CEO Admits Public Backlash Against AI Data Centers

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted in a Time magazine interview that data centers are currently disliked by the public, and AI is not popular in the US. He understands why people don't want data centers in their neighborhoods, comparing it to nuclear plants. In April, his San Francisco home was attacked. Altman noted criticism often stems from genuine concerns about AI risks. To address issues, OpenAI has started community programs in Ohio, Georgia, and Michigan, like giving Codex access to students, and is working on reducing water and power usage.