TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI Closes Doors, Sam Altman Finds New Opportunities with Satya Nadella
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Altman, previously dismissed by OpenAI and in discussions for a re-entry, opted to join Microsoft following a failed agreement with OpenAI's board.
OpenAI Board Now Eyes Sam Altman's Return As CEO: Report
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According to insiders, the board initially agreed to resign and allow Altman and Greg Brockman, OpenAI's President and co-founder, to resume their roles. However, there's uncertainty now, with the board missing a crucial deadline for the potential resignation, leading to possible staff resignations.
Sam Altman Explores Uncharted AI Territory After OpenAI: Report
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Expressing his admiration for the OpenAI team on X, Altman's intentions to venture into AI are gaining momentum. Greg Brockman, the former co-founder and president of OpenAI, who departed in the wake of Altman's exit, is anticipated to join this new endeavour. The project is currently in the development phase, as outlined in recent reports by The Information.
Mira Murati: Know the interim CEO of OpenAI
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A mechanical engineer educated in Canada, Murati's AI journey began at Tesla, motivating her to join OpenAI in 2018. The company, initially a nonprofit, restructured for substantial funding to advance AI technologies. Here’re are 10 interesting points to know about Mira Murati.
Indian Founders Back Sam Altman's Optimism Toward India's AI Talent Pool
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Ashneer Grover, Co-founder and former managing director of BharatPe, mentioned that he is going through similar experiences in India.
Amazon's Alexa Division Faces Layoffs, India Team Impacted by Hundreds of Job Cuts
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The memo stated, "These shifts are leading us to discontinue some initiatives, which is resulting in several hundred roles being eliminated."
What Factors Contributed to the Abrupt Departure of AI Advocate Sam Altman from OpenAI
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OpenAI cited Altman's lack of consistent transparency in communications with the board, hindering its oversight responsibilities, as the primary reason for his departure.
Dismissed CEO Sam Altman Raises Concerns: OpenAI Board's Intentions Regarding Shares If He Departs
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In a post on X, Altman described the day as "weird" and compared it to "reading your own eulogy while you’re still alive." He acknowledged the unexpected outpouring of support and urged people to express their admiration for friends.
Worldcoin, Founded by Altman, Sees 12% Drop in Crypto Token Amidst His Departure from OpenAI
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Back in May, Altman's project had successfully raised $115 million in a Series C funding round led by Blockchain Capital.
Musk Initiates Lawsuit Against Media Matters as Corporate Advertisers Pause Campaigns
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Media Matters' report suggested that as Elon Musk delves into white nationalist and antisemitic theories, X's social media platform has been displaying ads for significant brands alongside content supportive of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, leading to the advertising pause from prominent companies.
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