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On 17 November 2023 the OpenAI board announced that he would leave as chief executive and from the board, after what it called a deliberative review process by the board, which concluded that he was not consistently candid in his communications with the board.

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Mr. Altman’s departure follows a deliberative review process by the board, which concluded that he was not consistently candid in his communications with the board, hindering its ability to exercise its responsibilities. The board no longer has confidence in his ability to continue leading OpenAI.

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OpenAI announces leadership transition
OpenAI · 2023-11-17

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“On 17 November 2023 the OpenAI board announced that he would leave as chief executive and from the board, after what it called a deliberative review process by the board, which concluded that he was not consistently candid in his communications with the board.” ai notis, checked 21 Oct 2026. Source: OpenAI announces leadership transition (OpenAI). https://ainotis.com/c/2138

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