Altman walks back AI job apocalypse predictions
Sam Altman publicly retracts earlier predictions of mass AI-driven job displacement, admitting he was 'pretty wrong' and now emphasizes sector churn and slower disruption. Cites continued need for human interaction. This recalibration comes as OpenAI eyes IPO and faces governance scrutiny. Multiple sources (Yale Budget Lab, WEF) support slower-than-expected labor impact.
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Updated May 28, 2026