The project aims to automate over 100 million workflows using Cristal intelligence while ensuring secure data handling and training.

Son noted that achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) requires substantial financial investment, which is currently feasible only for large enterprises.

OpenAI has formed a joint venture with SoftBank Group to enhance artificial intelligence services for businesses globally, starting with Japan.

Cristal is designed to assist companies in various tasks, including planning, marketing, email management, and analyzing legacy code.

Altman emphasized that Cristal intelligence is tailored to automate knowledge work specific to individual company needs, representing the next evolution beyond ChatGPT.

This shift towards a for-profit model has drawn criticism from early backer Elon Musk, as OpenAI transitions to a fully profit-driven business.

Altman highlighted the increasing demand for computing power in the AI sector, reflecting the rapid evolution of the industry.

The competitive landscape in AI is intensifying, with companies like DeepSeek and Alibaba making significant technological advancements.

OpenAI raised $6.6 billion in its latest funding round in October 2024, positioning itself to compete against major tech players including Elon Musk's xAI, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Anthropic.

The new AI service, named Cristal, will first be implemented within SoftBank's companies, including Arm and PayPay, with an annual investment of $3 billion for integration.

This initiative is part of the larger Stargate Project, a $500 billion AI infrastructure effort involving tech leaders like SoftBank's Masayoshi Son and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, aimed at strengthening U.S. leadership in AI and creating numerous jobs.

The initiative seeks to engage multiple industries, such as transportation, logistics, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and finance, to utilize their data for generative AI applications.