After departing from Meta, John Carmack officially founds Keen Technologies, a company dedicated to developing artificial general intelligence (AGI). This reflects a long-held interest of Carmack's, shifting his focus from VR technology to the challenging field of AGI.

Keen Technologies focuses on researching and developing AGI, with Carmack taking a hands-on approach to the technical challenges involved. The company's specific methodologies and progress are kept relatively private, reflecting the competitive nature of the AGI research landscape. Carmack's public statements suggest a focus on practical, incremental approaches to achieving AGI.