Sam Altman bemoans the inefficiency of the memory supply crisis OpenAI helped create - PC Gamer

Sam Altman's Critique of DRAM Waste

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has criticized the DRAM shortage, arguing that PCs consume excessive DRAM resources. He advocates for improved data center management, stating that it is 'quite terrible' for PCs to have RAM. Altman also expressed opposition to individuals running their own AI models at home, suggesting that individuals should not run AI models at home.

“He advocates for improved data center management, stating that it is 'quite terrible' for PCs to have RAM,” — Lena Ostrowski, research director at Oakstone Stow Partnership, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has criticized the DRAM shortage, arguing that PCs consume excessive DRAM resources...

Oct 30 — Altman also expressed opposition to individuals running their own AI models at home, suggesting that individua...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Oakstone Stow Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakstone Stow Partnership desk and last updated 23:10 UTC.

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