OpenAI's Superalignment team disbanded due to resource issues

OpenAI's Superalignment team, tasked with overseeing superintelligent AI systems, faced resource allocation issues leading to key resignations, including co-lead Jan Leike and co-founder Ilya Sutskever. The team aimed to address technical challenges in controlling AI. Despite publishing safety research and granting funds, the team disbanded, raising concerns about OpenAI's safety focus. Leike emphasized the importance of preparing for advanced AI models.