OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says the firm will slash prices to compete with Anthropic and Chinese AI firms. Demand for ChatGPT’s Sol model is rising fast, raising the risk of service disruptions. Altman insists people still matter even as AI spreads . His comments come as OpenAI faces fresh pressure across Asia. ChatGPT’s workplace rise has added urgency to the pricing shift. Rapid model adoption has caught even OpenAI off guard, prompting talks of deeper reductions. Altman argues technical talent must pair with human judgment as AI reshapes jobs .