Steven Adler
Former OpenAI research scientist and author of a substack on how to make AI go better. He was also one of the former OpenAI employees who recently filed an amicus brief to the Elon Musk versus OpenAI lawsuit.
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May 8, 2025 • 2h 3min
OpenAI's Identity Crisis: History, Culture & Non-Profit Control with ex-employee Steven Adler
Steven Adler, a former research scientist at OpenAI, shares his insider insights on the company's tumultuous journey from nonprofit to for-profit. He discusses the cultural shifts and ethical dilemmas faced by AI researchers, especially during the development of GPT-3 and GPT-4. Adler also highlights the importance of transparent governance in AI, evaluates safety practices, and addresses the controversial collaboration with military entities. His reflections underline the pressing need for responsible AI development amidst competitive pressures and societal implications.
Jun 10, 2025 • 60min
OpenAI and the AI Arms Race (Robert Wright & Steven Adler)
Join Steven Adler, former OpenAI employee and publisher of his own Substack newsletter, as he shares insider insights into the AI boom. He discusses the ethical implications of AI's shift from nonprofit to profit-driven motives and highlights groundbreaking models like DALL-E 2 and GPT-4. Adler delves into the complexities of AI safety, the geopolitical dynamics of the US-China AI race, and the need for cooperation to mitigate existential risks. His reflections offer a unique perspective on the urgent challenges and potential of artificial intelligence.
