"The Unveiling of OpenAI's Decision to Remove Sam Altman: A Lesson in Transparency"

An insider report sheds light on the clash within the OpenAI board that led to the temporary removal of Sam Altman as CEO. According to the report, some board members found Altman "manipulative and conniving" and took issue with his alleged attempts to manipulate the board into firing fellow board member Helen Toner. Altman reportedly misrepresented the opinions of other board members to achieve his goal. While Altman's actions were described as "ham-fisted" by one source, others believe the board wanted to hold him accountable to ensure OpenAI's mission of benefiting humanity. The report also delves into Microsoft's involvement with OpenAI and their response to the drama.
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- Sam Altman: The World That Sam Made CoinDesk
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