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Emmett Shear Becomes Interim OpenAI CEO as Altman Talks Break Down

Nov 20, 2023 - news.bensbites.co
Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI, will not be returning as CEO despite attempts by the company's executives to reinstate him, as per Ilya Sutskever, co-founder and board director. After being fired by the board of directors, Altman decided not to return to the startup he co-founded in 2015. Emmett Shear, co-founder of Twitch, will serve as the interim CEO.

The sudden ousting of Altman and the removal of President Greg Brockman from the board has led to a crisis within the company. Brockman, along with three senior researchers, resigned, potentially triggering a wave of departures to rivals like Google and a new venture by Altman. The decision has caused distress among employees, with many leaving the OpenAI headquarters in San Francisco shortly after the announcement.

Key takeaways:

  • Sam Altman will not return as CEO of OpenAI, despite efforts by the company’s executives and board of directors to bring him back.
  • Emmett Shear, co-founder of video streaming site Twitch, will take over as interim CEO.
  • The board's decision to remove Altman and President Greg Brockman has led to a crisis, with Brockman and three senior researchers resigning, potentially leading to more departures.
  • Altman is reportedly planning a new venture following his firing from OpenAI.
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