‘History will forget you,’ this take on OpenAI firing Altman echos with netizens

Sam Altman, the prominent figure in the artificial intelligence realm, has been ousted from his role as CEO of OpenAI. The official statement from OpenAI cites a lack of consistent communication on Altman’s part, leaving a veil of uncertainty shrouding the circumstances behind his departure.

The board’s statement revealed, “Mr. Altman’s departure follows a deliberative review process by the board, concluding that he was not consistently candid in his communications, hindering its ability to fulfill responsibilities.” This revelation sparked internal debates on AI safety within the company, leading to a series of concerns voiced by employees during a company-wide meeting.

Meanwhile, on social media platform X, Altman shared personal sentiments about his time at OpenAI, leaving the public with more questions than answers.