Barry Weiss

But he argues that changing its structure in this way might even be illegal. Now, on the one hand, this is a very complex disagreement. To understand every single detail of it, you probably need a law degree and special expertise in American tax law, neither of which I happen to have.

But he argues that changing its structure in this way might even be illegal. Now, on the one hand, this is a very complex disagreement. To understand every single detail of it, you probably need a law degree and special expertise in American tax law, neither of which I happen to have.

But he argues that changing its structure in this way might even be illegal. Now, on the one hand, this is a very complex disagreement. To understand every single detail of it, you probably need a law degree and special expertise in American tax law, neither of which I happen to have.

But you don't need any special degree or specialization to understand that at its heart, this feud is about something much bigger and more existential than the business model of open AI, although that's extremely important.

But you don't need any special degree or specialization to understand that at its heart, this feud is about something much bigger and more existential than the business model of open AI, although that's extremely important.

But you don't need any special degree or specialization to understand that at its heart, this feud is about something much bigger and more existential than the business model of open AI, although that's extremely important.

At its heart, what this is really about is a fight over who will ultimately be in control of a technology that some say, if used incorrectly, could very well make human beings obsolete. So the stakes are low. Here to tell his side of the story is Sam Altman.

At its heart, what this is really about is a fight over who will ultimately be in control of a technology that some say, if used incorrectly, could very well make human beings obsolete. So the stakes are low. Here to tell his side of the story is Sam Altman.

At its heart, what this is really about is a fight over who will ultimately be in control of a technology that some say, if used incorrectly, could very well make human beings obsolete. So the stakes are low. Here to tell his side of the story is Sam Altman.

We talk about where AI is headed, why he thinks superintelligence, in other words, the moment where AI surpasses human capabilities, is closer than ever. We talk about the perils of AI bias and censorship, why he donated a million dollars to Trump's inaugural fund as a person who had long opposed Trump, What happens if America loses the AI race to a foreign power like China?

We talk about where AI is headed, why he thinks superintelligence, in other words, the moment where AI surpasses human capabilities, is closer than ever. We talk about the perils of AI bias and censorship, why he donated a million dollars to Trump's inaugural fund as a person who had long opposed Trump, What happens if America loses the AI race to a foreign power like China?

We talk about where AI is headed, why he thinks superintelligence, in other words, the moment where AI surpasses human capabilities, is closer than ever. We talk about the perils of AI bias and censorship, why he donated a million dollars to Trump's inaugural fund as a person who had long opposed Trump, What happens if America loses the AI race to a foreign power like China?

And of course, what went wrong and is going wrong between him and the richest man on Earth? We'll be right back. Today's episode is brought to you by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression or FIRE. FIRE believes that free speech is the foundation of a free society. This freedom is fundamental.

And of course, what went wrong and is going wrong between him and the richest man on Earth? We'll be right back. Today's episode is brought to you by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression or FIRE. FIRE believes that free speech is the foundation of a free society. This freedom is fundamental.

And of course, what went wrong and is going wrong between him and the richest man on Earth? We'll be right back. Today's episode is brought to you by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression or FIRE. FIRE believes that free speech is the foundation of a free society. This freedom is fundamental.

It drives scientific progress, entrepreneurial growth, artistic expression, civic participation, and so much more. But free speech rights don't protect themselves. And that's where FIRE comes in. Proudly nonpartisan, they defend free speech and the First Amendment where it's needed most, on campus, in the courtroom, and throughout our culture.

It drives scientific progress, entrepreneurial growth, artistic expression, civic participation, and so much more. But free speech rights don't protect themselves. And that's where FIRE comes in. Proudly nonpartisan, they defend free speech and the First Amendment where it's needed most, on campus, in the courtroom, and throughout our culture.

It drives scientific progress, entrepreneurial growth, artistic expression, civic participation, and so much more. But free speech rights don't protect themselves. And that's where FIRE comes in. Proudly nonpartisan, they defend free speech and the First Amendment where it's needed most, on campus, in the courtroom, and throughout our culture.

If you believe in that fight, and if you believe in the principles of free speech, consider joining FIRE with a gift before the end of the year. Your donation will help FIRE continue their critical work and its tax deductible. Visit thefire.org slash donate today to make your gift and join the free speech movement. Bernard-Henri Lévy's new book, Israel Alone, will make the perfect holiday gift.

If you believe in that fight, and if you believe in the principles of free speech, consider joining FIRE with a gift before the end of the year. Your donation will help FIRE continue their critical work and its tax deductible. Visit thefire.org slash donate today to make your gift and join the free speech movement. Bernard-Henri Lévy's new book, Israel Alone, will make the perfect holiday gift.