Good to be paranoid: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explains 'code red'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explained the 'code red' situation that occurred when Google launched Gemini 3 AI model. He stated that this method helps boost pace of responses so that they can outclass rivals. He stated, "It's good to be paranoid and act quickly when potential competitive threat emerges." He added, "[We're] making sure that we win in our space."