The article argues that OpenAI, despite its current financial losses and criticisms, is positioned to dominate the AI application economy due to its rapid revenue growth and strategic partnerships. It suggests that OpenAI's extensive product offerings and its integration into the broader tech landscape make it too significant to fail, even as it transitions from focusing on superintelligence to generating revenue. The author believes that model companies like OpenAI will lead the market by leveraging insights from startups using their APIs.
OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, the creators of Sky, a natural language interface designed for macOS. This acquisition aims to enhance the integration of AI into everyday tools, allowing ChatGPT to assist users more intuitively in tasks such as writing, planning, and coding. The Sky team will join OpenAI to further develop these capabilities.