The AI Daily Brief · Friday, September 11, 2026
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has indicated openness to pacing AI model development, though he expressed concerns about coordinating with rival labs. This statement follows discussions about AI safety and a recent warning from OpenAI Chief Scientist Jacob Pachaki about the potential risks of rapid AI advancement.
“Sam Altman has told staff he's open to an AI slowdown.”
“These comments come after a wave of discussion about slowing the pace of AI development that started even before Jacob Coxon's viral tweet earlier this week.”
“For me, this is the strongest evidence yet of the urgency.”