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Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines Lab Showcases Human‑Centric Interaction Models

Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines Lab Showcases Human‑Centric Interaction Models Wired
Former OpenAI chief technology officer Mira Murati unveiled a new class of AI at Thinking Machines Lab that prioritizes human collaboration. The startup demonstrated “interaction models” that process live audio‑visual input, understand pauses and tone, and respond in real time, a stark departure from conventional voice assistants that simply transcribe speech. While the prototypes remain unreleased, Murati says the technology is meant to keep people in the loop as AI grows more capable. The move underscores a growing divide in the industry between firms racing toward autonomous superintelligence and those betting on human‑in‑the‑loop designs. Read more