Sunday, 22 February, 2026
Sam Altman Defends AI Energy Consumption by Comparing it to Human Power Needs
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has addressed growing concerns over the massive energy demands of artificial intelligence, reminding critics that human biological and societal functions also consume significant resources. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit, Altman argued that while AI infrastructure requires substantial power, its potential to solve global crises justifies the investment.
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