Conversations are underway between the OpenAI board and Sam Altman regarding his potential return as the company's CEO, as reported by individuals with knowledge of the situation. Sources suggest that Altman, who was unexpectedly dismissed by the board last Friday without prior notice, holds mixed feelings about resuming the role and would seek substantial governance modifications as a condition for his return
As of November 18th at 5:35 PM PT, a reliable insider reveals that there was initial consensus within the board to step down, granting Altman and Brockman the opportunity to make a comeback. However, there has been a recent hesitation, causing a missed critical 5 PM PT deadline, leading to the potential resignation of numerous OpenAI employees. Should Altman opt to depart and embark on a new venture, it's highly likely that these dedicated staffers will follow suit.
In the latest update on November 19th at 11:50 AM PT, following the revelation that OpenAI is actively working to bring back Altman and amid the board's indecision, Chief Strategy Officer Jason Kwon communicated to the team that there is an "optimistic" outlook regarding Altman's return, promising further details on Sunday morning. Simultaneously, a multitude of OpenAI staff expressed their endorsement of Altman on platform X, using heart emojis to convey their support. Stay tuned for additional developments by following our ongoing updates here.
The swift initiation of discussions between Altman and OpenAI merely a day after his removal underscores the organization's apparent descent into uncertainty in his absence. Shortly after Altman's departure, Greg Brockman, the former board chairman and president of OpenAI, tendered his resignation, sparking conversations between the two about the possibility of launching a new venture. On Friday, a series of high-profile researchers also stepped down, with insiders revealing that additional departures are on the horizon, signaling a turbulent period for OpenAI.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has reached out to express unwavering support for Altman in his upcoming ventures. According to insiders divulging details to Bloomberg, Nadella was taken by surprise with the board's decision. The assurance from Nadella underscores a strong backing for Altman as he navigates future endeavors.
Despite OpenAI's primary investor, Microsoft, affirming its ongoing commitment to the partnership following Altman's dismissal, the decision to remove him was executed without prior notice or input from the company's investors. Altman, being the prominent figurehead and leading voice in the AI landscape, leaves OpenAI's future hanging in uncertainty. This development comes at a crucial juncture when competitors are aggressively striving to keep pace with the remarkable ascent of ChatGPT, underscoring the challenges that lie ahead for OpenAI.
Altman's potential return discussions with the board, OpenAI's spokesperson remained silent. Similarly, a Microsoft spokesperson opted not to provide any comments on the matter. The hushed responses from both entities add an air of mystery to the unfolding situation surrounding Altman's possible return, leaving observers to speculate on the intricacies of the discussions.
OpenAI's current board includes Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever, Quora CEO Adam D’Angelo, former GeoSim Systems CEO Tasha McCauley, and Helen Toner, the Director of Strategy at Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology. Unlike traditional corporate boards, their focus isn't on maximizing shareholder value, and none of them have equity in OpenAI. Instead, their mission is to ensure the development of "broadly beneficial" artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Sutskever, a co-founder of OpenAI and leader of its researchers, played a pivotal role in the recent removal of Altman, as reported by multiple sources. This suggests a potential power struggle between the research and product aspects of the company.
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