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The OpenAI Saga: A Tale of Tech and Turmoil

Pepi Valderrama
3 min readNov 21, 2023

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AI drama is here! What can happen in only 48 hours? A full OpenAI Saga! There’s a lot of turmoil in the tech industry right now. Picture this: OpenAI, a company on the cutting edge of AI development, suddenly finds itself in the middle of a plot twist worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster.

The Boardroom Shuffle

Our story begins with OpenAI’s six-member board, the puppet masters who pull the strings on when and how AI advances. Think of them as the AI world’s version of a secret society, making big decisions behind closed curtains. Now, this isn’t your typical boardroom scenario. We’re talking about a setup so unique that even seasoned lawyers raised their eyebrows.

The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again?) of Altman

Enter Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. Picture a tech maestro, a visionary leading the AI charge. But wait, in a sudden, jaw-dropping twist, the board gives him the boot, replacing him with Mira Murati, then swapping her out for Emmett Shear.

Did the drama stop here?

Well… no! Because Microsoft decided to hire him!

Employee Mutiny

In the wake of this leadership turmoil, OpenAI’s employees wave their virtual pitchforks. They’re rallying…

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Pepi Valderrama
Pepi Valderrama

Written by Pepi Valderrama

I’m an inspirational and motivational life coach and author who is passionate about helping you become the best version of yourself.

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