What's happened
Sam Altman has been reinstated as the CEO of OpenAI after being ousted by the board, leading to a new initial board formation and employee solidarity.
Why it matters
The reinstatement of Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI after being ousted by the board, the formation of a new initial board, and the threat of employee resignations highlight the significant internal turmoil within the company and the subsequent resolution.
What the papers say
The New York Times reported on the reinstatement of Sam Altman and the formation of a new board, while Sky News focused on the shock departure and return of Altman. The Independent covered the agreement in principle for Altman's return and the new initial board.
How we got here
OpenAI, known for creating ChatGPT, faced internal turmoil when Sam Altman was ousted as CEO by the board. This led to employee protests and threats to quit, ultimately resulting in Altman's reinstatement and the formation of a new board.
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