Greg Brockman on Astra and the Future of OpenAI
Greg Brockman, OpenAI co-founder, joins TBPN to talk about Astra's computer use capabilities, how OpenAI is merging its AI modes into one interface, and the company's long-term approach to building.
The gist
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Astra can interact with any software the way a human does, so people are already using it to design 3D models and physical products.
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OpenAI is merging chat, agents, voice, and coding into one experience where the AI suggests capabilities based on context, so users don't need to pick models.
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ChatGPT Health is building a three-pillar platform across consumers, clinicians, and enterprise, with 300 million weekly health queries showing strong early demand.
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Brockman says returning to startup-style focus, where all teams prioritize one direction, has been key to OpenAI's momentum this year.
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