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Jony Ive and Sam Altman are working on an AI-powered personal device that won't resemble a smartphone.

They are seeking at least $1 billion in funding from prominent tech investors for their new venture. [ more ]

Jony Ive and Sam Altman are seeking funding for an AI-powered personal device.

The new company's device will not resemble a smartphone, with funding talks involving prominent tech figures. [ more ]

Sam Altman rejoins OpenAI board after investigation

OpenAI adds three women directors to address diversity concerns [ more ]

AI CEO not worried about killer robots but concerned about societal misalignments

Renewed call for regulations on AI technology [ more ]

OpenAI, founded by tech entrepreneurs including Elon Musk, has changed its policy on transparency and no longer provides internal documents to the public.

The change in policy comes after the recent turmoil within OpenAI, including the firing and subsequent reinstatement of CEO Sam Altman. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has had talks with investors in the Middle East and Japan about a chip venture to reduce reliance on Nvidia.

The new venture would require billions to compete with Nvidia, which has a market capitalization of nearly $350 billion. [ more ]

We Deserve Better, a super PAC connected to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has launched an AI chatbot to challenge President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary

Altman and other AI proponents have previously expressed support for AI regulation but have also opposed specific proposals [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is seeking billions of dollars to build AI chip fabs

The goal is to ensure a healthy supply of AI processors to meet growing demand [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes that artificial general intelligence (AGI) will change the world and jobs less than we think.

Altman predicts that AGI could arrive in the reasonably close-ish future, but the timeline is vague. [ more ]

AI will spark the "fastest" technological revolution in history, requiring rapid adaptation.

The speed of change is what concerns Altman, not humanity's ability to adapt. [ more ]

Even a $27 million home in San Francisco is not immune to coyote intrusions.

The SF coyote population has not increased, but they have become more comfortable entering human habitats during the pandemic. [ more ]

OpenAI's former CEO, Sam Altman, is headed to Microsoft and many employees are considering joining him.

OpenAI employees have called for the company's board to resign and have threatened to take job offers from Microsoft.

The leadership shakeup at OpenAI could have negative impacts on the company itself, as well as the startups built on its technology. [ more ]

Artificial intelligence that mimics human brain function has been a focus of researchers, investors, and tech executives for over a decade.

Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has played a significant role in the development of modern AI and the recognition of generative AI. [ more ]

Sam Altman has returned as CEO of OpenAI after being fired and then asked to return by the board.

Altman declined to provide details on why he was fired but welcomed an independent investigation conducted by the new board. [ more ]

OpenAI's valuation may have been negatively affected by recent events, but some analysts argue that its rivals like Google and Amazon offer more stable generative AI alternatives.

Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI, took a job with Microsoft after negotiations for his reinstatement hit an impasse.

OpenAI's board prioritizes humanity as the principal beneficiary, but it's unclear how they will weigh different impacts of AI on society. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was thrown out of the company and then reinstated less than a week later, sparking speculation

One theory suggests that OpenAI was working on a highly advanced AI called Q* that spooked the board

The existence of Q* and concerns about commercializing it may have led to Altman's firing [ more ]

OpenAI's corporate chaos raises concerns about its commitment to reducing AI risks and facilitating cooperation.

The firing and rehiring of Sam Altman as OpenAI's CEO questions if the organization will become profit-driven. [ more ]

The firing and reinstatement of Sam Altman at Open AI marks a new phase for the AI industry, with a shift towards commercial pragmatism.

Microsoft's support for Altman could give them greater influence over Open AI.

The Open AI saga may lead to more competition and choice for AI users. [ more ]

OpenAI's board announced the surprise ousting of CEO Sam Altman, leading to a five-day turmoil within the company.

The majority of OpenAI's workforce signed an open letter threatening to leave the company and join Altman at Microsoft.

OpenAI later announced that they reached an agreement for Altman to return as CEO with a new initial board. [ more ]

OpenAI fired and then rehired CEO Sam Altman

Altman's reinstatement followed employee revolt and pressure [ more ]

Sam Altman was in Las Vegas for the Formula One race when he opened a Google Meet link that triggered a corporate power struggle about the future of artificial intelligence.

Altman's company, OpenAI, had been influential in shaping global AI policy and was nearing a fundraising round that would value it at $90 billion. [ more ]

Employees at OpenAI wrote a letter to the board of directors warning of a powerful AI discovery that could threaten humanity.

The letter was one factor among a list of grievances that led to the firing of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.

The discovery, known as Q*, was seen as a potential breakthrough in the startup's search for artificial general intelligence. [ more ]

Sam Altman, head of OpenAI, was fired without warning, causing uproar in the company

More than 95% of staff signed an open letter demanding his return

Altman was later rehired by OpenAI [ more ]

Sam Altman is returning to OpenAI as CEO after being ousted.

OpenAI's board is being revamped, with Bret Taylor, Larry Summers, and Adam D'Angelo joining.

The dispute between Altman and Ilya Sutskever about the company's future direction likely led to the corporate drama. [ more ]

Sam Altman's return as CEO of OpenAI could prevent a mass exodus of talent and maintain the company's growth path.

His return helps preserve investor expectations for the AI industry and related sectors.

Altman's return puts away concerns and risks for the AI, semiconductor industries, and the market as a whole. [ more ]

OpenAI missed an opportunity by parting ways with CEO Sam Altman

Theory proposes that Altman was replaced by artificial intelligence

Managers and directors are more easily replaceable by AI [ more ]

Sam Altman's attendance at a Formula One race event led to a corporate power struggle about the future of artificial intelligence.

Altman's company, OpenAI, had been influential in shaping global AI policy and was nearing a fundraising that would value it at nearly $90 billion. [ more ]

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has fired its CEO Sam Altman, which has caused uncertainty about the future of the company.

Altman's departure follows concerns about his lack of candor with the board, but the specific reasons for his firing remain unclear.

OpenAI, valued at $80 billion and backed by Microsoft, has become a major player in the AI industry. [ more ]

Speculation arises about the true reason behind the firing of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Possibility that OpenAI researchers are closer to achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI)

Altman's eagerness to launch new AI products and potential safety concerns surrounding AGI [ more ]

OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, was unexpectedly fired due to undisclosed reasons.

Altman's side project, Tigris, aimed to compete with Nvidia in the semiconductor market.

Altman's firing has caused speculation and surprise among OpenAI employees and industry insiders. [ more ]

OpenAI, known for releasing ChatGPT, experienced upheaval with the ousting of CEO Sam Altman and a rupture in their relationship with Microsoft.

Debate over the importance and dangers of artificial intelligence continues within OpenAI and the larger tech community. [ more ]

Sam Altman, the OpenAI CEO, has been fired by the company's nonprofit board for vague reasons, and former Twitch CEO Emmett Shear has taken his place.

Altman is now an employee at Microsoft, along with former OpenAI president Greg Brockman and other OpenAI staffers.

More than 500 OpenAI staff members have signed an open letter calling for the board to resign. [ more ]

Microsoft is hiring Sam Altman after he was fired from OpenAI

There seems to be strain between Microsoft and OpenAI over Altman's ouster [ more ]

Sam Altman may consider returning to OpenAI after being sacked as CEO.

There are talks of Altman potentially launching a new AI venture.

Investors in OpenAI are discussing the possibility of reinstating Altman as CEO. [ more ]

Sam Altman-OpenAI's fired CEO will lead a new AI research team at Microsoft.

Microsoft stock is gaining after the announcement. [ more ]

Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI, will join Microsoft to help lead a new advanced artificial intelligence team.

Altman's departure from OpenAI follows a rift over balancing AI safety with the push to publicly release new powerful AI tools.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced Altman's arrival, stating that they will provide the resources needed for success. [ more ]

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman was fired due to concerns over his lack of consistent candidness in his communications.

There is an ongoing debate in Silicon Valley over AI safety, with two camps: safety-first technocrats and techno-optimists.

Hemant Taneja, CEO of General Catalyst, led a group of VC firms and companies to sign Responsible AI commitments. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been pushed out of his position by board members, led by co-founder Ilya Sutskever.

The ouster highlights the tension between fast growth and AI safety within the company and the broader AI community.

The split has drawn comparisons to Steve Jobs being forced out of Apple in 1985. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was fired from his position, and Ilya Sutskever, the company's chief scientist and co-founder, is taking on a more prominent role.

The departures of Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman were reportedly due to a breakdown in communication with the board, not related to malfeasance or financial issues.

Sutskever has a background in AI research and has worked with influential figures like Geoffrey Hinton and Andrew Ng. [ more ]

OpenAI's co-founder Sam Altman has been ousted as CEO.

Altman had plans to create an AI app store and develop AI chips with Middle East sovereign wealth funding.

Disagreements over AI development led to the departure of several OpenAI researchers and the founding of competitor Anthropic. [ more ]

The sudden ouster of Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI has left the tech world shocked and speculating about the reasons behind it.

OpenAI released a statement saying that Altman was not consistently candid in his communication with the board, but no further details were provided.

Altman and Greg Brockman, OpenAI's co-founder and president, were both shocked and saddened by the board's decision. [ more ]

Open AI has ousted its co-founder and CEO, Sam Altman, after an internal review found he was not consistently candid in his communications with the board of directors.

Altman's exit has created uncertainty about the future of Open AI and the industry's progress in artificial intelligence.

Mira Murati, OpenAI's chief technology officer, will serve as interim CEO while the company searches for a permanent replacement. [ more ]

Sam Altman's departure from OpenAI has shocked the AI community.

OpenAI's confidence is shaken and there may be more major departures at the company. [ more ]

Sam Altman, the influential CEO and founder of OpenAI, has been fired due to being inconsistent and not fully transparent with the board of directors.

Mira Murati, the current CTO of OpenAI, will serve as interim CEO while a permanent successor is selected.

Altman's departure has created uncertainty about his future plans and the direction of OpenAI. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been fired following an internal investigation that found he was not always truthful with the board.

Mira Murati, OpenAI's Chief Technology Officer, will serve as interim CEO until a permanent successor is chosen.

Altman's departure comes after OpenAI's first developer conference, where he unveiled updates to the ChatGPT AI tool. [ more ]