File Photo: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks during the OpenAI DevDay event in San Francisco, ... [+] California. Getty ImagesKey FactsThe company announced the move on X, saying Altman has agreed to return as CEO and the company will have a new “initial board” chaired by former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor. Crucial QuoteNadella also praised the decision, posting on X: “We are encouraged by the changes to the OpenAI board. Altman has reportedly sought a place on the new board, and so has Microsoft—the biggest investor in the company. On Monday, the board faced a revolt by OpenAI employees, as 95% threatened to quit unless Altman was reinstated.
Source: Forbes November 22, 2023 14:43 UTC