At a glance: Sam Altman says it’s better for RAM to be in a data center than on your desk. Source: The Verge AI. Read what was reported and what the source does not
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The Verge AI reported “Sam Altman says it’s better for RAM to be in a data center than on your desk” on 2026-10-30. For the foundation, read our pre-IPO investing guide.
The Verge AI reported: Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in an interview that it's "terrible" to have RAM in personal PCs instead of data centers. During his appearance on the Cheeky Pint podcast, where he also commented on AI's impact on math, Altman said: "A lot of people want […] For the next comparison, see company directory.
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