Listen "#6 Philosophy, Tech, Growth, Humanity and Lessons from OpenAI"
Episode Synopsis
Our guest Speaker: Jonathan MckayFormer Head of Product, Growth at OpenAI. He was instrumental in expanding the user base and revenue of ChatGPT, managing strategic GPU inference fleet allocations, and optimizing product infrastructure for internationalization, A/B testing, and efficiency. Before this, he was former Sr. Director of Product at Meta. He is now Founder at m5x2 Capital. Learn more about Jonathan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanbmckayOur host: TyA dynamic conversationalist based in Bali, his superpower lies in drawing out the most engaging, entertaining, and insightful discussions. With 11 years of experience curating a community of visionaries in AI, crypto, and beyond, he plays the role of super-connector, amplifier, and storyteller.Learn more about Ty: https://x.com/tyinlifeThank you for listening to Unlearn Podcast, a podcast produced and brought to you by Delysium. Special thanks to Kuse.ai, AI-powered workspace. Outline:00:00Introduction to OpenAI and Jonathan McKay01:06OpenAI's Strategic Shifts and Growth Focus02:31Real Estate Ventures and AI Integration04:00Tokenization of Real Estate Assets06:20Philosophical Practices and Personal Growth07:57Journey to OpenAI: From Diplomacy to Tech10:22Growth Strategies in Tech Companies14:47Key Decisions Impacting OpenAI's Growth17:17Lessons Learned from OpenAI's Environment19:12Internal Conflicts and Governance at OpenAI22:26Focus on Conversational AI and Product Market Fit25:55Reflections on OpenAI's Chaotic Journey31:09The Importance of GPU Allocation in AI35:02Decision-Making Frameworks in AI Organizations37:03Parenting in a Rapidly Changing Technological Landscape38:21The Evolution of Modernity and Change40:23Understanding Aggregation Theory42:53Revenue Models in AI and Big Tech48:07Crypto: A Critical Perspective52:32Universal Basic Income and Its Implications59:43Real Estate vs. Digital Investments01:07:28Foreign Policy Interests and Global Cooperation01:10:58The Future: Human Team
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