Internal divisions at OpenAI persist post-coup attempt, impacting leadership

Financial Times May 30, 2024, 06:00 AM UTC

OpenAI faces ongoing internal strife post-coup attempt, with resignations highlighting rifts over AI development speed and safety concerns. Co-founder Ilya Sutskever resigns due to conflicting promises. Despite turmoil, OpenAI's revenue is set to exceed $2bn in 2024. Recent departures raise concerns about safety culture. New safety committee formed. Microsoft pressures for commercial products, conflicting with research focus. AGI development continues amid internal divisions.


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