OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research laboratory consisting of both for-profit and non-profit entities. It was founded in 2015 with the goal of developing AI that is beneficial to humanity. The company conducts research in areas such as machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and robotics. Notable projects include ChatGPT, an AI assistant capable of answering questions and generating human-like responses. OpenAI aims to ensure that as AI capabilities continue to grow, it remains helpful, harmless, and honest.