"OpenAI Board Member Reveals Intimidation Tactics Amidst Sam Altman Controversy"

Helen Toner, one of the two female board members of OpenAI who replaced CEO Sam Altman, accused the company of using an "intimidation tactic" to pressure her into reinstating Altman. Toner defended her decision to fire Altman, stating that it was about a lack of trust rather than AI safety. As backlash grew and OpenAI staff threatened to quit, an unnamed lawyer warned Toner that the company's downfall could result from Altman's firing. Toner stepped down from the board, and OpenAI's new board is now composed of Bret Taylor, Lawrence Summers, and Adam D'Angelo.