The news of Altman's involvement in a similar project came as a blow to Humane, especially as the company was planning to unveil the Ai Pin during the solar eclipse. Despite the setback, Humane maintains that it was not involved in Altman and Ive's project in any way.
Key takeaways:
- Humane, a secretive startup, has been working on a wearable assistant built in part on OpenAI technology, called the Ai Pin, which features a laser projector instead of a screen.
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive have been reportedly discussing a similar product, described as the "iPhone of artificial intelligence".
- Altman, a significant shareholder in Humane, has stated that his plans with Ive are in a "very nascent stage".
- Humane had to postpone the unveiling of the Ai Pin from October 14 to November 9, following the news of Altman's involvement in a similar project.