Sam Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI who was pushed out last year, is now rejoining the board of directors. This decision comes as three new members – Sue Desmond-Hellmann, Nicole Seligman, and Fidji Simo – are also being appointed to the board, bringing the total number of members to seven.
Despite the new appointments, Altman and the previous board members are not stepping down. This move follows criticism of the lack of diversity on the board and the controversial nomination of Larry Summers. The addition of these new members brings a more diverse set of backgrounds to the board.
An investigation by law firm WilmerHale found that Altman’s ouster was due to a breakdown in the relationship and a loss of trust. However, board chair Bret Taylor believes that Altman and president Greg Brockman are the right leaders for OpenAI.
Reports have surfaced about Altman being manipulative, telling people what they wanted to hear, and undermining them when challenged. In response to these concerns, OpenAI has announced that they will be adopting new corporate governance guidelines, including a strengthened conflict of interest policy and a whistleblower hotline.
Overall, these changes signal a new chapter for OpenAI as they aim to move forward with a more diverse and transparent leadership structure. The rejoining of Altman to the board, along with the appointment of new members, reflects a commitment to addressing past issues and improving the governance of the organization.
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