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He outrightly lied to us: OpenAI ex-board member on firing Altman

Hindustan Times

Hindustan Times · 1y ago

He outrightly lied to us: OpenAI ex-board member on firing Altman

Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner said CEO Sam Altman's "outright lying to the board" led to his firing last year. "The board...was set up explicitly for...making sure that the company's public good mission was primary," Toner said. "But for years, Sam...made it...difficult for the board to...do that job by withholding information [and] misrepresenting things," she added.

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OpenAI investigation says it was wrong to fire Sam Altman

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

OpenAI investigation says it was wrong to fire Sam Altman

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will be rejoining the board after an independent investigation found that his conduct "did not mandate removal." Altman survived a boardroom coup in November and will now resume his position. The investigation, conducted by law firm WilmerHale, concluded that Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman are the right leaders for OpenAI. The investigation summary provided limited details on the reasons for Altman's initial firing, referring to a breakdown in trust between the then-board and Altman. Altman apologized for his belief that a former board member was harming OpenAI, but did not elaborate further. OpenAI also announced the addition of three new board members and plans to strengthen conflict of interest policies and establish a whistleblower hotline.

Sam Altman says his iPhone broke after being fired from OpenAI because it was overwhelmed with messages

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman says his iPhone broke after being fired from OpenAI because it was overwhelmed with messages

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, revealed that his iPhone became unusable after he was fired from the company. Altman received an overwhelming number of messages following his abrupt firing, to the point where his phone stopped working properly. After several high-profile employees resigned from OpenAI, Altman also started receiving messages from individuals interested in working with him. The reasons for Altman's firing remain unclear, but his reinstatement as CEO and the replacement of the board followed the tumultuous chain of events.

Did Sam Altman mislead OpenAI investors? US SEC investigating, says report

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Did Sam Altman mislead OpenAI investors? US SEC investigating, says report

The US SEC is investigating whether OpenAI misled its investors, examining internal communications by CEO Sam Altman. The regulator has requested internal records from current and former company officials and directors and issued a subpoena in December. Altman was ousted as CEO and from the board in November, with the board stating he had not been consistently candid in his communications. The investigation follows tensions within OpenAI over Altman's fundraising for an external chip venture and a dispute with a former board member. OpenAI's board has pledged to strengthen corporate governance.

OpenAI board attempts to hit “Ctrl-Z” in talks with Altman to return as CEO

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

OpenAI board attempts to hit “Ctrl-Z” in talks with Altman to return as CEO

According to sources, the OpenAI board is discussing the possibility of Sam Altman returning as CEO, just over a day since his surprising firing. Altman, however, is "ambivalent" about returning and would require significant changes to how the company is managed. The board's decision to potentially bring Altman back comes after facing backlash for his abrupt dismissal. With support from within the company, Altman's return could be a viable option, should he choose to accept. The reasons for Altman's firing are cited as a breakdown in communication with the board.

Sam Altman agrees to internal investigation after return to OpenAI

Outlook India

Outlook India · 1y ago

Sam Altman agrees to internal investigation after return to OpenAI

Sam Altman, reinstated as CEO of OpenAI after his recent firing, has agreed to an internal investigation into his conduct, cited by the board as the reason for his ouster. The board mentioned Altman's lack of consistent candor, but no specific examples were provided. Altman, seeking more control, including the removal of the firing board, and other top OpenAI executives, will join Microsoft following Altman's termination. Microsoft plans to utilize OpenAI's technology in its products and has invested significantly in the company.

Sam Altman wants people to move on from the 'soap opera' that was his brief firing from OpenAI

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman wants people to move on from the 'soap opera' that was his brief firing from OpenAI

Sam Altman, former CEO of OpenAI, prefers not to dwell on his brief firing from the company, referring to it as a "soap opera." In an interview with Bloomberg, Altman redirected the conversation to focus on OpenAI's work in artificial general intelligence. Altman's firing in November resulted in a chaotic leadership transition before he was eventually reinstated. Altman described the experience as "unbelievably painful" in a recent podcast interview.

Sam Altman returns to OpenAI board, says ‘can't wait to show what's next’

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Sam Altman returns to OpenAI board, says ‘can't wait to show what's next’

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will rejoin the board, including three new directors, following his firing last year. Sue Desmond-Hellmann, Nicole Seligman, and Fidji Simo will join Bret Taylor and Larry Summers on the board. Altman expressed gratitude to the team for their resilience during the challenging period and apologized for not handling the situation differently. OpenAI had fired Altman without explanation in 2020 but later reinstated him. Elon Musk, who cofounded OpenAI, recently sued the company, accusing Altman and executives of breaching the non-profit status. OpenAI responded, saying Musk had approved their decision to become a for-profit entity.

Before Sam Altman's ouster, OpenAI's board was divided and feuding

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Before Sam Altman's ouster, OpenAI's board was divided and feuding

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.

Sam Altman accused of "Psychologically Abusive" behavior

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Sam Altman accused of "Psychologically Abusive" behavior

There are still many unanswered questions surrounding the recent departure of Sam Altman from OpenAI. While the exact reasons for his firing remain unknown, allegations have surfaced of his abusive and toxic behavior towards employees. According to reports, Altman was accused of creating chaos and pitting employees against each other. These claims, along with a conflict with board member Helen Toner, were major factors in his dismissal. Altman's reinstatement as CEO and OpenAI's partnership with Microsoft suggest they are trying to move forward, but his reputation may be permanently affected.

Why it was so easy for OpenAI's board to fire Sam Altman, one of the most influential CEOs in tech

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Why it was so easy for OpenAI's board to fire Sam Altman, one of the most influential CEOs in tech

OpenAI's board of directors made a surprising move by firing Sam Altman, the man behind ChatGPT, without providing much notice to shareholders and investors like Microsoft. Altman, the high-profile CEO, was ousted due to the board's lack of confidence in his ability to lead. The decision has raised concerns about how a leading figure in the tech industry could be pushed out of a company he helped co-found so effortlessly. Notably, Altman did not own equity in OpenAI, limiting his power and influence within the board.

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