29min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Inside the OpenAI Meltdown

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Power Struggles at OpenAI

This chapter examines the internal turmoil at OpenAI following the controversial firing of its CEO, highlighting the clashing views on innovation versus safety among the board and employees. It sheds light on the role of prominent figures within the company and the influence of the AI safety group, reflecting on the implications for the technology industry at large. The chapter analyzes how these events may shape the future of AI development and the ethical challenges associated with corporate power in tech.

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