Conflicts and Governance at OpenAI

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This chapter discusses the conflicts and governance issues that arise at OpenAI due to its rapid innovation and multitude of partnerships. It explores the speculation of conflicts arising unintentionally and the controversy surrounding a board member's ownership structure. The chapter also touches upon security concerns, leaked information, and the relationship between OpenAI and Microsoft.

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Today’s show:

Sunny Madra joins Jason for an emergency podcast! They break down the business implications of Altman leaving OpenAI (1:23), speculation around why he was fired (10:27), ongoing developments like Greg Brockman quitting, and more! (23:24)

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(0:00) Sunny Madra goes live with Jason for an emergency Pod!

(1:23) Sam Altman ousted from OpenAI and Greg Brockman quits!

(6:44) The board’s accusations against Sam Altman

(10:27) Speculating “no conflict, no interest”

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(23:24) The OpenAI and Microsoft relationship

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(30:49) More speculation and anonymous theories

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(38:30) Questions from live audience

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