OpenAI acquires Software Applications Incorporated, maker of Sky

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OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, the maker of Sky, a natural language AI interface for Mac that can understand screen context and take actions in apps. Sky's macOS integration and team will be folded into ChatGPT to enhance its ability to help users get things done on their computers.

OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, maker of Sky—a natural language interface for Mac that brings AI directly into your desktop experience. Together, we’re integrating Sky’s deep macOS capabilities into ChatGPT to make AI more intuitive, contextual, and action-oriented.
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# OpenAI acquires Software Applications Incorporated, maker of Sky Source: [https://openai.com/index/openai-acquires-software-applications-incorporated/](https://openai.com/index/openai-acquires-software-applications-incorporated/) OpenAIEnhancing how people use AI on their computers\. AI progress isn’t only about advancing intelligence—it’s about unlocking it through interfaces that understand context, adapt to your intent, and work seamlessly\. That’s why we’re excited to share that OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, makers of Sky\. Sky is a powerful natural language interface for the Mac\. With Sky, AI works alongside you, whether you’re writing, planning, coding, or managing your day\. Sky understands what’s on your screen and can take action using your apps\. We will bring Sky’s deep macOS integration and product craft into ChatGPT, and all members of the team will join OpenAI\. “We’re building a future where ChatGPT doesn’t just respond to your prompts, it helps you get things done\. Sky’s deep integration with the Mac accelerates our vision of bringing AI directly into the tools people use every day\.” —Nick Turley, VP & Head of ChatGPT “We’ve always wanted computers to be more empowering, customizable, and intuitive\. With LLMs, we can finally put the pieces together\. That’s why we built Sky, an AI experience that floats over your desktop to help you think and create\. We’re thrilled to join OpenAI to bring that vision to hundreds of millions of people\.” —Ari Weinstein, Co\-Founder and CEO, Software Applications Incorporated Stay tuned for more updates as we get to work integrating Sky’s capabilities\. *Disclosure: An investment fund associated with Sam Altman held a passive investment in Software Applications Incorporated\. This acquisition was led by Nick Turley and Fidji Simo and approved by the independent Transaction and Audit Committees of OpenAI’s board of directors\.*

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