OpenAI buys Jony Ive's AI startup 'io' for a staggering $6.4 billion, boosting its hardware game and design horsepower in the AI race.
OpenAI buys Jony Ive's AI startup 'io' for a staggering $6.4 billion, boosting its hardware game and design horsepower in the AI race.

Family's Getting Bigger: OpenAI Welcomes Jony Ive

Family! That's what it's all about. And just like when we brought Brian into the crew OpenAI's making a big move. They just dropped a cool $6.4 billion on Jony Ive's AI startup 'io.' Seems like Sam Altman knows what's important – surrounding yourself with the best. Ive is bringing his whole 'LoveFrom' crew and they're gonna be deep in the design game. Respect. This ain't just about tech; it's about making something beautiful. Like a '69 Charger but with algorithms.

Apple Alumni Reunion: Bringing the Band Back Together

Heard Ive's bringing some of his old crew from Apple. Scott Cannon Tang Tan Evans Hankey... Now you know I'm all about loyalty and family sticks together. It's like bringing Letty back. 'io' will merge with OpenAI but 'LoveFrom' stays independent? Smart move. Keep the family strong but focus on the mission: fast cars and faster tech. They're building something and they need the right people.

Five Billion for the Ride: OpenAI's Biggest Bet Yet

Five billion? That's serious horsepower man. They're already got 23% stake in the company so are only dishing out 5 billion but that is still a lot of cars. This shows OpenAI is going all in. They ain't just talking about AI they're building it. This reminds me when we drove to the other side of the world to get some street justice.

LoveFrom's Design Legacy: Beyond the Finish Line

This Ive guy he's no joke. Designed the iPod iPhone the whole shebang. Now he's taking that eye and that skill to OpenAI. They're not just building algorithms; they're building a legacy. They are bringing style to the tech world. And you know what I say “I live my life a quarter mile at a time.” And these guys want to live it with style!

Keeping Ahead of the Pack: The AI Street Race

Google Anthropic even Musk... everyone's trying to win this AI race. OpenAI's pumping the NOS with this acquisition. They're not just keeping up; they're setting the pace. And to stay ahead they're bulking up hardware operations hiring Meta's augmented reality team and investing in robot startups. It's like when we upgraded our rides to beat those crooks from Rio!

Robots and Reality: Bringing AI to the Streets

Robots? Now that's something. Physical Intelligence AI in the real world... That's where the future's at. OpenAI investing in that stuff? They're not just thinking about code; they're thinking about changing the game. And to do that they need the right tools the right family and maybe... just maybe... a little bit of faith. As I always say “It doesn't matter if you win by an inch or a mile. Winning's winning.”


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    rdjlarso
    5/23/2025 5:45:17 PM

    Never underestimate the power of family... and fast tech!