Sam Altman says AI will soon become a utility like electricity

17-Mar-2026

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Sam Altman envisions AI becoming a ubiquitous utility like electricity, where users pay based on consumption rather than a fixed price. 

Speaking at the BlackRock Summit, he highlighted AI's rapid integration into daily work, notably accelerating tasks like software development and research. 

Altman uses AI himself for feedback and expects it to improve with access to more data. 

Achieving this future demands massive infrastructure and partnerships, aiming to make AI accessible and affordable for everyone, ultimately normalizing its presence in everyday life.