OpenAI CEO Sam Altman asked to complete Bengaluru flyover when…

Sam Altman was asked to generate a video depicting a completed version of the Ejipura flyover in Bengaluru. Here's why

Updated on: Feb 22, 2024, 09:58:26 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sought prompts from users to convert their text to video using a tool called Sora. The company has been testing the same and Sam Altman received an overwhelming response on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) as many people sent their requests. A popular handle named “Peak Bengaluru”- which has dedicated posts on the experience of the city- had a very unique request for Sam Altman.

Sam Altman, chief executive officer of OpenAI, at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. (Bloomberg)

Read more: When Google offered 300% hike to retain employee who wanted to work at…

What was his request? Generate a video depicting a completed version of the Ejipura flyover in Bengaluru. The flyover is located near Koramangala locality, dubbed the "Bangalore Stonehenge" by users on Google Maps. For the past seven years, the flyover has not been completed.

“Fully completed Ejipura flyover with vehicle movement,” Peak Bengaluru wrote on X, responding to Sam Altman’s post.

This prompted more users to react to Sam Altman's post with Bengaluru-themed ideas.

The Elipura flyover would provide a link between Ejipura and Madiwala, easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity. The project was commenced in 2017.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More