Preparing for Elections in an AI-Powered World: OpenAI Outlines Approach for 2024
OpenAI said it aims to focus on abuse prevention, content transparency, and access to accurate voting information.
OpenAI
OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research organization founded in 2015. It is known for its innovative foundational AI models such as the GPT series, DALL·E, and ChatGPT.
OpenAI Launches GPT Store to Share Custom AI Apps
As an incentive for builders, OpenAI plans to launch a GPT monetization program in Q1 2024.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Team Plan for Small Business
ChatGPT Team costs $25/month per user when billed annually, or $30/month per user when billed monthly.
EU Investigates Microsoft's OpenAI Investment for Potential Merger Regulation Implications
This scrutiny by the EU Commission follows similar concerns raised by the U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority and reportedly the U.S. Federal Trade Commission
OpenAI Responds to The New York Times Lawsuit: A Clarification of Intent and Practices
OpenAI defended its use of online content for model training as legally protected fair use and accused The Times of mischaracterizing rare instances of content regurgitation as widespread system flaws.
The New York Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft for Copyright Infringement Over Use of Articles to Train AI Models
The suit claims that millions of the newspaper's articles were used without permission to train AI chatbots, directly competing with The Times as a reliable information source.
OpenAI Outlines “Preparedness Framework” to Systematically Track and Mitigate AI Safety Risks
The Preparedness Framework, still in its beta phase, represents a concerted effort by OpenAI to not only track and evaluate but also forecast and protect against potential catastrophic risks.
OpenAI Believes Superhuman AI Could Emerge Within the Decade and is Giving $10M in Grants to Solve the Alignment Problem
The grants will support research directions like weak-to-strong generalization, interpretability of model internals, AI-assisted human oversight of AI systems, honesty and faithfulness of model reasoning chains.
OpenAI Startup Fund Announces Second Converge Startup Cohort
Converge 2 will bring together 10-15 startups and their founders for an intensive 6-week program focused on the opportunities and challenges of building companies at the leading edge of artificial intelligence.
OpenAI and Axel Springer Form Global Partnership to Bring News Content to ChatGPT
ChatGPT will now provide summaries of recent news articles published by Axel Springer's media properties, which include influential publications like Politico, Business Insider, Bild and Welt.
UK Launches Probe into Microsoft and OpenAI Partnership
As part of its inquiry, the CMA will analyze whether Microsoft now wields material influence, de facto control, or majority voting rights over OpenAI based on their exclusive cloud services contract and other partnership components.
Microsoft to Gain Insight into OpenAI Governance With Non-Voting Board Seat
The observer seat grants Microsoft visibility into board meetings while the nonprofit board maintains authority over the for-profit AI research subsidiary.
Jubilation and Relief: Reactions as Sam Altman Returns to OpenAI Helm
The collective sigh of relief and renewed focus within OpenAI is palpable. The resolution, which came after a significant employee revolt and investor pressure, marks a pivotal moment for the company.
Sam Altman Reinstated as OpenAI CEO
The resolution, reached late Tuesday, involves significant changes to OpenAI's governance. Altman and former president Greg Brockman will not return to their board positions.
OpenAI Customers Exploring Alternatives Amid Company Crisis
Over 100 current OpenAI customers reached out to Anthropic over the weekend alone, according to a source familiar with the situation.
OpenAI Employees Revolt, Demanding Board Resignation and Altman Reinstatement
The letter condemned the board's recent decisions as jeopardizing OpenAI's mission and success. It urged the resignation of all current directors.
Microsoft Hires Ousted OpenAI Leaders Altman and Brockman for New AI Team
Brockman shared on X that the initial leadership team will include senior researchers Jakub Pachocki, Aleksander Madry and Szymon Sidor, who quit OpenAI on Friday in solidarity.
Altman Out: OpenAI Co-Founder Won't Return, Emmett Shear Becomes Interim CEO
OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman will not resume his role as CEO, and Emmett Shear, Twitch co-founder, has been named the new interim CEO, replacing Mira Murati.
OpenAI Negotiations Stall Over Legal Liability Concerns Amid Push to Reinstate Altman as CEO
Board members are so far resisting issuing a statement absolving Altman of wrongdoing due to potential legal liability concerns.
Inside OpenAI: Altman and Brockman Back at HQ as Execs Seek Return
Altman was seen entering the offices wearing a guest badge, while Brockman also arrived later in the day, according to a person familiar with the situation.
OpenAI Desperately Trying to Bring Back Sam Altman
Sources say if Altman were to return, the directors who fired him - including co-founder Ilya Sutskever - would likely depart or the board would be overhauled entirely.
Investors Push to Reinstate Altman as Backlash Intensifies Against OpenAI Board
Several key OpenAI investors, including Thrive Capital and Tiger Global, have been pressing the board to reverse its decision and restore Altman as CEO.
Turmoil at OpenAI: CEO Ousted, President Quits, and Key Employees Depart
OpenAI's board faces a crisis of credibility that threatens to undermine the organization's mission. While change may have been needed, the chaotic, opaque nature of Friday's events raised red flags.
OpenAI President Greg Brockman Quits After Board Fires CEO Sam Altman
Just hours after Altman's termination, Brockman announced his resignation as well. In a message to OpenAI staff, Brockman said "based on today's news, I quit."
Sam Altman Is Out as CEO of OpenAI Amid Governance Concerns
The company announced today that chief technology officer Mira Murati has been appointed interim CEO, effective immediately. The board has commenced a search for a permanent successor to Altman.