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technology1 year ago

Ex-OpenAI Board Member Alleges Toxic Culture Under Sam Altman

Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner has accused CEO Sam Altman of creating a toxic culture of psychological abuse through incessant lying and manipulation, leading to his brief firing in October 2023. Toner claims that Altman's behavior has been problematic for years, citing past issues at Loopt and Y Combinator. Despite the board's decision to fire him, Altman was reinstated days later due to overwhelming employee support. OpenAI's trustworthiness has since been questioned, with several high-ranking researchers departing and the company facing public backlash over strict exit contracts.

via Gizmodo|
#corporate-culture#helen-toner#openai
technology1 year ago

Ex-OpenAI Board Member Reveals Reasons Behind Sam Altman's Firing

Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner revealed that CEO Sam Altman was fired due to a lack of transparency and trust issues, including withholding information and misrepresenting company activities. Despite Altman's quick reinstatement, Toner's comments highlight the board's concerns about Altman's leadership and the company's safety culture. The internal conflict underscores the tension between advancing AI technology and ensuring its safe development.

via CNBC|
#artificial-intelligence#board-of-directors#helen-toner
technology1 year ago

Ex-OpenAI Board Member Reveals Reasons Behind Altman's Firing

Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner detailed the events leading to and following the ousting of CEO Sam Altman, citing reports of psychological abuse and a toxic atmosphere. Altman was rehired after nearly all staff threatened to leave unless the board stepped down. OpenAI's current board chair stated that the prior board's decision was not related to product safety, development pace, finances, or statements to stakeholders.

via Reuters|
#ceo-ouster#helen-toner#openai
technology2 years ago

Unveiling the OpenAI Drama: Tensions, Ouster, and Warnings

Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner has spoken out about the drama surrounding the reinstatement of Sam Altman as CEO. Toner claims that an OpenAI lawyer used an "intimidation tactic" during negotiations, suggesting that board members could be in violation of their fiduciary duties if the company collapsed after Altman's firing. Toner viewed this as an attempt to pressure them into resigning. She also stated that Altman's removal would be consistent with OpenAI's mission to prioritize AI safety over individual company success. Toner and three other board members were fired following their decision to remove Altman as CEO. Altman has since returned as CEO, and OpenAI plans to build a new nine-person board.

via New York Post |
#artificial-general-intelligence#board-members#helen-toner
technology2 years ago

"OpenAI Board Shake-Up: Female Member Alleges 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, stating that the goal was to strengthen OpenAI and ensure its mission of benefiting humanity through AGI. While she did not disclose the specific details of Altman's firing, Toner mentioned that it was due to a lack of trust and clashes between her and Altman. OpenAI's board is now composed of Bret Taylor, Lawrence Summers, and Adam D'Angelo.

via Fortune|
#ai#board-of-directors#helen-toner
technology2 years ago

"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.

via Yahoo Finance|
#agi#ai-safety#helen-toner