OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, announces his return to the company, with Mira returning as CTO. The initial board will be chaired by Bret Taylor, with Larry Summers and Adam D’Angelo also serving. Altman expresses his excitement about the future and acknowledges the hard work of everyone in navigating an uncertain situation. He emphasizes his respect and appreciation for Ilya, despite his departure from the board, and hopes to continue their working relationship. Altman thanks various individuals for their contributions, including Helen and Tasha, and expresses confidence in the leadership team’s ability to run the company. He also expresses gratitude towards partners, users, and supporters. The immediate priorities for OpenAI include advancing research efforts, improving products, and building a diverse board. Altman concludes by expressing his enthusiasm for achieving OpenAI’s mission of building beneficial artificial general intelligence alongside the incredible team.
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