The board is now conducting a formal search for a permanent CEO. As part of the transition, Greg Brockman will step down as chairman of the board but will remain in his role at the company, reporting to the CEO. The board expressed confidence in Murati's ability to lead OpenAI during this transition period.
Key takeaways:
- Sam Altman is stepping down as CEO of OpenAI and leaving the board of directors, following a review process by the board which concluded that he was not consistently candid in his communications.
- Mira Murati, the company’s chief technology officer, has been appointed as interim CEO, effective immediately.
- A formal search is underway to find a permanent CEO for OpenAI.
- Greg Brockman will be stepping down as chairman of the board but will remain in his role at the company, reporting to the CEO.