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New OpenAI CEO Emmett Shear Breaks Silence after Sam Altman Fired
Nov 20, 2023
Emmett Shear, the new CEO of OpenAI, discusses the future of the company and its role in shaping technology. Topics include challenges ahead, evolving AI landscape, slowing down development, rebuilding trust, and addressing concerns about Sam Altman's departure.
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- The appointment of Emmett Shear as the interim CEO of OpenAI has raised concerns among employees and the industry due to his previous statements advocating for a slowdown in development.
- Emmett Shear has outlined a three-point plan for his initial 30 days as the interim CEO, including conducting an independent investigation, engaging with stakeholders, and implementing management and governance reforms.
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Emmet Sheer becomes interim CEO of OpenAI
Emmet Sheer, former CEO of Twitch, has been appointed as the interim CEO of OpenAI following the controversial firing of Sam Altman. Sheer accepted the position after a few hours of reflection and consulting with his family. He stressed the importance of OpenAI as one of the most significant companies currently in existence. However, concerns have arisen among employees and the industry due to Sheer's previous statements advocating for a slowdown in development. This has led to worries about the future direction of OpenAI and its rapid progress in the field of AI.
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