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Sam Altman says he thought Elon Musk would have 'more empathy' for OpenAI's big dreams because it 'wasn't that long ago Elon was crazily talking about launching rockets'

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman says he thought Elon Musk would have 'more empathy' for OpenAI's big dreams because it 'wasn't that long ago Elon was crazily talking about launching rockets'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed disappointment in Elon Musk's lawsuit against the company, saying he expected Musk to have more empathy considering his own ambitious endeavors with SpaceX. Musk had accused OpenAI of violating its nonprofit mission, but Altman stated that Musk himself had previously expressed interest in turning OpenAI into a for-profit company. Altman and others, including early OpenAI backer Vinod Khosla, found Musk's lawsuit and behavior to be unbecoming of a builder and expressed sadness over the situation. OpenAI and Musk have not yet commented on the matter.

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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

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman didn't eat or sleep much during his ousting, so he celebrated his return with 4 entrées and 2 milkshakes

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.

Sam Altman says tech world 'should be united' in supporting Muslim colleagues

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Sam Altman says tech world 'should be united' in supporting Muslim colleagues

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed his concern about the lack of support and fear of retaliation faced by Muslim and Palestinian tech workers in the industry. He emphasized the need for unity and empathy in supporting these colleagues. Altman acknowledged that the Jewish community, including himself, receives more backing against antisemitism but does not see the same level of support for Muslim colleagues. This highlights the challenges tech companies face in managing discussions about sensitive topics like the Israel-Gaza war.

Ex-OpenAI CTO Mira asks Altman's staff to join her venture: Report

Inshorts · 1y ago

Ex-OpenAI CTO Mira asks Altman's staff to join her venture: Report

Ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, who recently resigned from the Sam Altman-led startup, is reportedly raising VC funds for her own venture. As per report by The Information, Mira had been talking to OpenAI employees and asking them to join her venture. Reacting to this, Abacus AI CEO Bindu Reddy said, "Soon we'll have over 10 ex-OpenAI startups competing with OpenAI."

Thought it was stupidest idea: Schmidt on Microsoft-OpenAI deal

Inshorts · 1y ago

Thought it was stupidest idea: Schmidt on Microsoft-OpenAI deal

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt said he initially thought Microsoft partnering with ChatGPT maker OpenAI "was the stupidest idea" he had ever heard. "Outsourcing your AI leadership to OpenAI, Sam Altman and his team...was insane," he said. "Nobody would do that...and yet today, they're on their way to being the most valuable company," he added.

OpenAI Chief Scientist Ilya should join Tesla or xAI: Musk

Inshorts · 2y ago

OpenAI Chief Scientist Ilya should join Tesla or xAI: Musk

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."

Why are Elon Musk and Sam Altman fighting?

Inshorts · 10m ago

Why are Elon Musk and Sam Altman fighting?

Elon Musk co-founded OpenAI with Sam Altman in 2015 but later parted ways with OpenAI. Musk repeatedly attacked Altman for prioritising profits over AI's ethical development. In 2017, Musk sought to become OpenAI's CEO, but co-founders rejected the idea. Musk launched OpenAI's rival xAI in 2023. Recently, Musk offered to buy OpenAI for $97.4 billion, but Altman rejected the offer.

Sam Altman vs Elon Musk: OpenAI CEO dismisses Musk's claims about Stargate AI project having 'no money'

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Sam Altman vs Elon Musk: OpenAI CEO dismisses Musk's claims about Stargate AI project having 'no money'

Sam Altman refuted Elon Musk's claims about funding issues for the $500-billion Stargate AI project by OpenAI and SoftBank. Musk had claimed the project lacked funds. Altman invited Musk to visit the project's first site, emphasizing its national significance. Altman also acknowledged Musk's entrepreneurial accomplishments, expressing admiration. The Stargate Project aims to develop AI infrastructure across the US, with Masayoshi Son involved as chairman.

Elon Musk wants you to know that Sam Altman got a refund from Tesla | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

Elon Musk wants you to know that Sam Altman got a refund from Tesla | TechCrunch

Elon Musk and Sam Altman continue to clash on social media over a Tesla Roadster reservation. Altman, CEO of OpenAI, shared his refund request for a delayed Tesla Roadster, prompting Musk's critique, accusing Altman of "stealing a nonprofit." Musk further insinuated that Altman omitted important details about his refund, adding to their long-standing rivalry. This dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the two, rooted in their professional and business pursuits across AI and automotive innovation.

Musk's Grok says Harris would be better Prez, Sam Altman reacts

Twitter · 1y ago

Musk's Grok says Harris would be better Prez, Sam Altman reacts

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reacted to the responses of AI chatbots ChatGPT and Elon Musk's Grok to the question of who would be the better overall president for the US. While Grok answered Kamala Harris, ChatGPT refused to name one. "Which one is supposed to be the left-wing propaganda machine again?" asked Altman.

If Altman returns as CEO, OpenAI board will be gutted: Elon Musk

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

If Altman returns as CEO, OpenAI board will be gutted: Elon Musk

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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