August 28, 2024

OpenAI Safety Experts Are Fleeing The Company

Something smells rotten at OpenAI, starting with Sam Altman. Ever since Altman was fired (and re-hired) in November 2022, emphasis on safety has plummeted: Altman restructured the board, firing those who were concerned about AI safety. Since then, almost half of the safety department has fled the company, citing that AI safety is not prioritized.