Sam Altman, Greg Brockman & large group exit OpenAI to join Microsoft to form a new advanced AI research team
OpenAI leaders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman are poised to lead a groundbreaking AI research team at Microsoft. This strategic move comes on the heels of their departure from OpenAI, a decision that the board opted not to reverse. Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, has officially confirmed that Altman and Brockman will play pivotal roles in spearheading advanced AI research initiatives within the company.
Nadella in a post on X said, «We remain committed to our partnership with OpenAI and have confidence in our product roadmap, our ability to continue to innovate with everything we announced at Microsoft Ignite, and in continuing to support our customers and partners. We look forward to getting to know Emmett Shear and OAI's new leadership team and working with them. And we’re extremely excited to share the news that Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, together with colleagues, will be joining Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team. We look forward to moving quickly to provide them with the resources needed for their success.»
Significant chapter in AI research
This development marks a significant chapter in the landscape of AI research and development, underscoring the intense competition for top-tier talent in the tech industry. The three-day deliberations leading to this decision highlight the importance Microsoft places on securing and retaining leaders with profound expertise in AI.
The new AI research team, under Altman and Brockman's guidance, is expected to contribute substantially to Microsoft's ongoing efforts to advance AI technology. Microsoft has been increasingly emphasizing AI integration across its suite of products and services, from cloud computing to productivity tools. The company's strategic push
