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OpenAI’s 2026 ‘focus’ is ‘practical adoption’

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OpenAI is shifting focus to "practical adoption" of AI in 2026, according to CFO Sarah Friar. The company plans to bridge the gap between AI capabilities and real-world usage, moving beyond theoretical potential. Despite massive infrastructure investments, OpenAI aims to demonstrate tangible, immediate opportunities for AI implementation across industries and applications.