OpenAI CEO Says ‘Optimistic’ on Global AI Coordination 

Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, leaves an open dialogue with students at Keio University in Tokyo, Japan June 12, 2023. (Reuters)
Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, leaves an open dialogue with students at Keio University in Tokyo, Japan June 12, 2023. (Reuters)
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OpenAI CEO Says ‘Optimistic’ on Global AI Coordination 

Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, leaves an open dialogue with students at Keio University in Tokyo, Japan June 12, 2023. (Reuters)
Sam Altman, CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, leaves an open dialogue with students at Keio University in Tokyo, Japan June 12, 2023. (Reuters)

The CEO of ChatGPT maker OpenAI on Monday said a tour of capital cities had left him "quite optimistic" about prospects for global coordination on artificial intelligence (AI).

The public face of the startup, backed by Microsoft Corp , has been on a whirlwind tour looking to capitalize on interest in generative AI and exert influence on regulation of the burgeoning technology.

"I came to the trip ... skeptical that it was going to be possible in the short term to get global cooperation to reduce existential risk but I am now wrapping up the trip feeling quite optimistic we can get it done," Sam Altman told students in Tokyo.



AlUla to Host First 'Instagram Creators Summit' in MENA

Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy. SPA
Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy. SPA
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AlUla to Host First 'Instagram Creators Summit' in MENA

Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy. SPA
Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy. SPA

Saudi Arabia’s AlUla is set to host the first-ever “Instagram Creators Summit” in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) next week.

The event will take place on April 20-22, organized by Meta in partnership with the Royal Commission for AlUla, and in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority and Riyadh Air.

The groundbreaking summit is the first of its kind in the region and will bring together leading content creators from around the world. The agenda includes interactive panel discussions, keynote speeches, and conversations about the future of content creation, covering topics such as social media, artificial intelligence, and the evolving digital landscape.
These creators collectively reach over 231 million followers worldwide, highlighting the growing importance of influencer marketing in today’s travel destinations.
Interactive dialogues will allow participants to engage directly with Meta’s product managers, while open forums will encourage the sharing of expertise and the building of strong collaborations among creators.
This summit presents an exceptional opportunity to gain insights, connect with industry leaders, and stay at the forefront of the ever-changing digital scene.
AlUla will also showcase its unique vision of blending cultural heritage preservation with digital innovation through discussions on safeguarding cultural identity amid rapid digital transformation. AlUla continues to demonstrate its unique ability to evolve while remaining rooted in its past—a city renewed through time, where heritage and innovation progress together.
Throughout the summit, content creators will experience AlUla's natural beauty and rich legacy, spanning over 200,000 years of human history and 7,000 years of continuous civilizations. Participants will also explore iconic archaeological landmarks such as Hegra, the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in Saudi Arabia, AlUla Old Town, and Madrasat Addeera—a hub for crafts, culture, and creativity in the AlJadidah Arts District.