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15 SEP 2026 · Gary Marcus

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is set to speak at Salesforce about the supposed AI slowdown, with some interpreting his comments as an attempt to downplay the issue and instead emphasize the benefits of regulatory clarity for the company's IPO. Altman's remarks are seen as an attempt to avoid responsibility for shipping a safe product and instead shift the focus to the need for government oversight. This move is criticized by some as an attempt to "pass the buck" and avoid accountability. AI summary

11 SEP 2026 · Hacker News · 178 pts · 307 comments ↗

The author, Andy Balaam, expresses feelings of sadness and disrespect towards the programming community, who he believes are devaluing the work of programmers and promoting a culture of disposability. He encourages himself, fellow code enthusiasts, and learners to focus on the joy and value of programming, rather than seeking external validation. AI summary