Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, addressed concerns regarding artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the workforce, stating that AI will likely make workers 'busier' rather than replace them. He acknowledged the 'significant transition' and disruption expected in the labor market as new technologies are adopted. Altman emphasized OpenAI's mission to create tools that augment human capabilities, arguing that predictions of widespread job losses due to AI are likely incorrect in the long term. He noted that while future jobs may look different, the focus should be on empowering individuals rather than centralizing power among a few companies. OpenAI plans to expand its workforce from 4,500 to 8,000 by the end of 2026, with new hires primarily in product development, engineering, research, and sales. Altman also outlined five guiding principles for the development of artificial general intelligence (AGI): democratisation, empowerment, universal prosperity, resilience, and adaptability. Additionally, OpenAI's coding assistant, Codex, is currently utilized by over 4 million developers to enhance productivity across various tasks. The ongoing global debate about the economic implications of generative AI continues, as other companies like Anthropic and Microsoft also launch similar AI products.