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OpenAI buys tech talkshow TBPN in push to shape AI narrative
OpenAI’s chief of strategy says acquisition of show will help company engage with public about AI as it evolves
TL;DR
- OpenAI has acquired the technology talkshow TBPN.
- TBPN is broadcast live daily from Los Angeles by co-hosts John Coogan and Jordi Hays.
- The acquisition aims to help OpenAI engage more authentically with the public about AI.
- TBPN will maintain editorial control over its programming and guests.
- Co-host John Coogan has prior longstanding ties to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, including funding his first company and working at Y Combinator.
- The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.