Sam Altman highlighted an unprecedented talent market for AI, calling it the most intense of his experience. As companies like OpenAI and Meta compete for elite talent, AI researchers now earn salaries comparable to superstar athletes. Altman believes the existing talent pool for AI is likely much larger than perceived, suggesting there are potentially hundreds of thousands capable of AI work. Meta has aggressively pursued talent, offering substantial contracts and bonuses to attract experts from OpenAI and other leading organizations.
Altman called the current talent market the 'most intense talent market I have seen in my career,' emphasizing the fierce competition for AI professionals.
Altman expressed that the talent pool for AI may be larger than often perceived, estimating 'tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands' capable candidates worldwide.
Meta aimed high in its talent acquisition strategies, reportedly extending offers up to $300 million over four years to secure top AI experts.
Research indicates that AI professionals are being compensated in the mid-six-figures, pointing to heightened demand and perceived potential in AI roles.
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