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Sam Altman didn't eat or sleep much during his ousting, so he celebrated his return with 4 entrées and 2 milkshakes
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1y ago
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Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, reflects on the surreal experience of being ousted and then reinstated as CEO in a four-day period. Altman describes feeling a surge of adrenaline and being in an "adrenaline-charged state" during that time. He received texts from world leaders, which initially felt normal to him. It wasn't until one of the presidents mentioned being happy everything was resolved that Altman realized the unusual nature of the situation. Altman reflects on the remarkable adaptability of humans in adjusting to any circumstances.
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There’s going to be a movie about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s ouster (and subsequent rehire).
The Verge
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2m ago
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Amazon MGM Studios is producing a movie about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's brief ousting and rehire in November 2023. Directed by Luca Guadagnino and potentially starring Andrew Garfield as Altman, the film will explore the dramatic series of events that led to Altman’s return and the subsequent departure of nearly all board members. Set to begin filming as early as summer, the production will take place in San Francisco and Italy.
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Ilya Sutskever did not attend OpenAI's party celebrating Sam Altman's return as CEO
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Ilya Sutskever, the chief scientist and co-founder of OpenAI, did not attend the impromptu party thrown by OpenAI staff to celebrate the return of Sam Altman as CEO. Sutskever was a key participant in the sudden ouster of Altman but has expressed regret for his actions. It remains uncertain if Sutskever will return to the company, as staff are unsure of his future involvement. Altman's negotiation for a possible return to OpenAI is ongoing.
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‘First and the last time…’: Sam Altman's ultimatum for returning to OpenAI
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1y ago
Medial
Sam Altman, former CEO of OpenAI, has hinted at a strict deadline for his return to the company and the removal of its board of directors. Altman and former Chairman Greg Brockman were unexpectedly ousted during a meeting. Altman has set a deadline of 5pm Pacific Time for his return and demands the removal of the existing board members who fired him. Microsoft, which owns a 49% stake in OpenAI, may take a role on the board if Altman returns. Microsoft and CEO Satya Nadella were reportedly blindsided by OpenAI's decision to remove Altman.
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OpenAI Chief Scientist Ilya should join Tesla or xAI: Musk
Inshorts
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever, who was on the board that fired CEO Sam Altman, should join Tesla or xAI, Elon Musk said. His remark comes on a report that claimed Ilya has become invisible at OpenAI since the return of Altman. In his first message after returning as CEO, Altman said, "Ilya will no longer serve on the board."
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If Altman returns as CEO, OpenAI board will be gutted: Elon Musk
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Tech billionaire Elon Musk commented on the potential return of Sam Altman as the CEO of OpenAI, stating that if Altman does come back, the board will be "gutted." Musk made the comment in response to a screenshot posted on X, where an AI chatbot discussed the situation with Altman and his possible return. The OpenAI board is reportedly in discussions with Altman, who was previously fired, about him resuming the CEO role, with potential governance changes being considered.
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Proud of my student who fired Altman: Nobel Prize winner Hinton
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10m ago
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Geoffrey Hinton, who won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics along with John Hopfield, said he's proud of his former student who helped in Sam Altman's brief ouster from OpenAI. He was referring to Ilya Sutskever, OpenAI's former Chief Scientist, who completed his PhD under Hinton's supervision. "Sam Altman was much less concerned with safety than with profits," Hinton said.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's daily routine: 15-hour fasts and low-dose sleeping pills
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Sam Altman has returned as the CEO of OpenAI after a management reshuffle. Outside of the office, Altman is obsessed with extending his lifespan and has prepared for possible doomsday scenarios. He starts his day with a shot of espresso and practices intermittent fasting. Altman avoids early meetings and prefers scheduling them for 15-20 minutes or 2 hours. He prioritizes leaving space in his schedule for chance encounters and exposure to new ideas. Altman uses paper lists for organization and takes another shot of espresso after lunch. He emphasizes the importance of sleep, follows a specific diet, and supplements his health with vitamins and a diabetes drug. Altman exercises by lifting heavy weights and occasionally does high-intensity interval training.
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Why is Microsoft supporting Sam Altman's bid to return as OpenAI CEO?
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft is actively supporting the reinstatement of Sam Altman as the CEO of OpenAI, following his sudden removal by the board. Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, has pledged his support for Altman and is leading negotiations to bring him back to the company. Microsoft has a significant stake in OpenAI and has utilized their technology to improve its own products. There are ongoing discussions regarding Microsoft's potential role on the board if Altman returns as CEO. The board is currently searching for a different CEO while Altman negotiates his return.
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Grind for a decade, no one cares for 7.5 yrs & hates you for remaining 2.5 yrs: Altman
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5m ago
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman talked about how his life has been while working at the AI startup. "Be me," he wrote, saying that after his 10-year grind, most people didn't care for first 7.5 years but hated him for remaining 2.5 years. "Wake up one day to hundreds of messages...'Look I made you into a twink ghibli style," he posted.
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Before Sam Altman's ouster, OpenAI's board was divided and feuding
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The article discusses the internal tension and boardroom feuds within OpenAI, leading to the ousting of CEO Sam Altman. The disagreements stemmed from differing views on AI safety and business expansion. Altman wanted to push out a board member who had criticized the company, while another member believed Altman was not always honest. These conflicts exposed the dysfunction within OpenAI's board and raised doubts about the company's future. Many employees threatened to follow Altman to Microsoft, further complicating the situation.
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