Microsoft and OpenAI define AGI by profit, not AI's capabilities.
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Microsoft and OpenAI: A Profit-Driven Path to AGI
The Quest for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has become a central theme in the tech world, with companies like Microsoft and OpenAI leading the charge. However, a recent report from The Information reveals a surprising aspect of this race: Microsoft and OpenAI have a unique, profit-centric definition of AGI. A Profit-Driven Milestone According to the report, the two companies have agreed that OpenAI will only be considered to have achieved AGI when its AI systems generate at least $100 billion in profits. This financial benchmark significantly diverges from the traditional, more nuanced understanding of AGI, which often involves complex discussions about consciousness, self-awareness, and general intelligence. OpenAI's Financial Reality and the Road to AGI Currently, OpenAI is facing substantial financial losses, with projections indicating that profitability might not be achieved until 2029. This financial reality casts a long shadow on the company's pursuit of AGI, especi…
