The chapter discusses the history and evolution of OpenAI, focusing on its transition from a research company to a more commercialized entity. It highlights the tension between the nonprofit board of directors and the CEO, Sam Altman, regarding the balance between rapid growth and commercialization versus safety and the AGI mission. The chapter explores the question of how to address the risks posed by AI to humanity.

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