Microsoft Hires Former OpenAI CEO - Breaking News
Date: 2023-11-20 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, announced the exciting news of Sam Altman and Greg Brockman joining the company's new cutting-edge artificial intelligence research team. This development comes after weekend talks about Altman's possible return to OpenAI, where Nadella revealed the collaboration with Brockman for the new research group.
In a social media post, Altman commented on Nadella's announcement, stating, "The mission continues." Altman had been negotiating his return as the CEO of OpenAI, but the company's board, consisting of four members, refused to resign and allow his comeback, according to informed sources.
Another source disclosed that Altman's position at OpenAI has been filled by former Twitch CEO and co-founder, Emmett Shear. Simultaneously, Microsoft expressed its commitment to its partnership with OpenAI and its interest in getting to know Shear.
Nadella reiterated Microsoft's dedication to the OpenAI partnership, expressing confidence in the company's product development plans, innovation capabilities, and ongoing support for customers and partners.
OpenAI's board of directors dismissed Sam Altman from the CEO position due to a loss of confidence in his communication transparency, hindering his ability to fulfill his duties.
In a social media post, Altman commented on Nadella's announcement, stating, "The mission continues." Altman had been negotiating his return as the CEO of OpenAI, but the company's board, consisting of four members, refused to resign and allow his comeback, according to informed sources.
Another source disclosed that Altman's position at OpenAI has been filled by former Twitch CEO and co-founder, Emmett Shear. Simultaneously, Microsoft expressed its commitment to its partnership with OpenAI and its interest in getting to know Shear.
Nadella reiterated Microsoft's dedication to the OpenAI partnership, expressing confidence in the company's product development plans, innovation capabilities, and ongoing support for customers and partners.
OpenAI's board of directors dismissed Sam Altman from the CEO position due to a loss of confidence in his communication transparency, hindering his ability to fulfill his duties.
