The Chaos of 'The Blip'

In November 2023, an event referred to as 'the blip' caused significant turmoil at OpenAI when CEO Sam Altman was unexpectedly fired by the board, despite the company's success at the time. This controversial decision triggered a rapid chain of events, including the resignation of co-founder Greg Brockman in solidarity with Altman, and threats from a majority of employees to leave if he did not return. The dismissal not only raised questions about the governance of the organization but also thrust Altman into the public spotlight, making him the face of the generative AI movement. As this chaos unfolded, it illuminated the differing philosophies within the AI community regarding the development and implications of artificial intelligence, with discussions on the future of AI becoming more pronounced.