OpenAI Buys Streaming Show ‘TBPN,’ Aiming to Change Narrative on A.I.
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- OpenAI has acquired the technology and business streaming show "TBPN," which airs online three hours a day, five days a week, hosted by John Coogan and Jordi Hays.
- The acquisition aims to foster a space for constructive conversations about AI's impact, as stated by OpenAI executive Fidji Simo.
- "TBPN" will retain editorial independence and continue its daily broadcasts but will cease its advertising operations following the acquisition.
- The show, with a team of 11 employees, had not raised significant venture capital prior to the deal, and financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
