Introducing ChatGPT Futures: Class of 2026
Today, we’re proud to introduce the inaugural ChatGPT Futures Class of 2026, recognizing 26 students and young builders using AI in thoughtful, ambitious, and deeply human ways.
TL;DR
- OpenAI introduces the ChatGPT Futures Class of 2026, recognizing 26 students and young builders using AI.
- This generation started and finished college with ChatGPT, using it to innovate rather than avoid work.
- Students are building study tools, translating mental health resources, advancing research, designing accessibility tools, and turning side projects into organizations.
- The program highlights the realization that ideas can be turned into tangible outcomes faster than ever before.
- Honorees represent over 20 universities and will receive a $10,000 grant and access to frontier AI models.
- The key characteristic of this generation is curiosity and a drive to build upon new tools.
- AI amplifies ambition and agency, lowering barriers to building products, research, or companies.
- Education should create space for students to build and create with AI, fostering adaptable thinkers and builders.
- OpenAI supports educators and students with resources like ChatGPTEdu and partnerships.
- The future of AI will be defined by people using it with curiosity, responsibility, creativity, and purpose.