OpenAI Fiasco: Emmett Shear Becomes Interim OpenAI CEO as Altman Talks Break Down

Sam Altman will not be returning as CEO of OpenAI despite attempted negotiations, with Twitch co-founder Emmett Shear stepping in as interim CEO. The abrupt decision, following the removal of President Greg Brockman, threatens to set off a wave of departures to competitors like Google and could significantly impact OpenAI’s value and employee retention.