In the aftermath of Sam Altman’s abrupt removal as CEO of OpenAI, the non-profit research company behind the viral chatbot ChatGPT, OpenAI President Greg Brockman has also stepped down. Brockman, who co-founded OpenAI with Altman in 2015, announced his resignation in a message to OpenAI employees on Friday evening.
“I continue to believe in the mission of creating safe AGI that benefits all of humanity,” Brockman wrote in his message. “But based on today’s news, I quit.”
Brockman’s resignation comes as a surprise to many, given his close partnership with Altman and his instrumental role in OpenAI’s success. Under Altman and Brockman’s leadership, OpenAI has made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence, developing cutting-edge technologies such as ChatGPT and Dactyl, a robotic hand capable of performing dexterous tasks.
However, OpenAI has also faced criticism in recent years, with some questioning the company’s governance and ethics. Brockman’s departure could signal a shift in OpenAI’s leadership and approach, as the company seeks to address these concerns and navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
With both Altman and Brockman now out of the picture, OpenAI’s board of directors is facing the task of finding new leadership to guide the company into its next phase. The board has appointed Mireille Kamarck, a former Google executive, as interim CEO while it conducts a search for a permanent replacement.
Kamarck’s appointment signals a desire for stability and experienced leadership at OpenAI during this time of transition. Kamarck is a respected figure in the AI community, and she is expected to provide OpenAI with the guidance it needs to overcome the challenges it faces and continue its work on developing safe and beneficial artificial intelligence.
