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OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, recently appeared on the People by WTF podcast hosted by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath. There he shared wide-ranging topics on the transformative power of artificial intelligence. The conversation explored technology, education, entrepreneurship, the future of work, and even Altman’s own personal experiences.

Altman emphasized that artificial intelligence has dramatically redefined what is possible for young professionals. According to him, the tools available today—particularly advanced AI systems—have lowered barriers. Tasks that once required specialized experts or entire teams can now be managed by individuals with the support of AI.

When Kamath asked Altman to imagine the life of a 25-year-old in Mumbai or Bengaluru, Altman was quick to respond. He described this moment as perhaps “the most exciting time to start a career, maybe ever.”

According to him, young Indians today have access to tools and resources that earlier generations could not have even dreamed of. With AI acting as a collaborator, a single individual can now accomplish what once required large organizations. For instance, GPT-5 can help in writing software, drafting marketing strategies, managing customer support, and even conducting legal reviews. Functions that traditionally demanded multiple professionals can now be done with the help of AI.

Altman compared the current AI era to the personal computer boom of the late 20th century, which reshaped industries and created vast opportunities. He noted, however, that AI’s impact will be far greater, saying, “People are now limited only by the quality and creativity of their ideas."

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A major highlight of the conversation was Altman’s view on India. He said India is now OpenAI’s second-largest market. And added it could soon become the largest in the near future. What excites him most is not just the scale but the enthusiasm with which Indians are embracing new technologies.

“If there is one large society in the world that seems most enthusiastic to transform with AI right now, it’s India. The excitement, the embrace of AI… the energy is incredible,” Altman remarked.

He explained that feedback from Indian users is already shaping OpenAI’s products in meaningful ways. India’s rapid digital adoption, its young workforce, and its entrepreneurial spirit make it a global leader in experimenting with and scaling AI-driven solutions.

The discussion also turned toward the economic implications of artificial intelligence. Altman predicted that the AI revolution will eventually lead to new models of wealth distribution. He mentioned ideas such as universal basic income, sovereign wealth funds, and experimental digital currencies. He even mentioned the possibility of negative interest rates. He said this may become the part of everyday life

In a lighter moment, Kamath asked Altman about parenthood. Altman described it as “the coolest, most amazing, most emotionally overwhelming experience.” He explained that while technology and AI are changing the world, it is equally important for family and community to remain central to human life. As AI automates work and frees up more time, Altman believes that people must refocus on personal fulfilment.

Altman’s core message throughout the conversation was clear: for young Indians, AI represents an open canvas. With boldness, creativity, and ambition, they now have the power to accomplish alone what once required decades of effort or entire companies.

He emphasized that the AI era is one of fewer constraints and greater possibilities, where innovation is driven primarily by the strength of ideas rather than by the size of resources. For entrepreneurs, this means the ability to launch high-impact ventures with limited capital. For job seekers, it opens doors to fast-growing industries such as science, software, and emerging media, where AI accelerates productivity and innovation. [Rh/VP]

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