OpenAI Appoints Aaron Chatterji as First Chief Economist
Chatterji will lead research on AI's economic effects, drawing from his experience in the Obama and Biden administrations.
Overview
- Aaron Chatterji, a Duke University professor, has been named the first chief economist at OpenAI.
- Chatterji will investigate AI's impact on economic growth and job creation, aiming to ensure benefits are widely distributed.
- He previously held significant roles in the Biden and Obama administrations, including as the White House CHIPS coordinator.
- OpenAI also announced Scott Schools as its new chief compliance officer, marking a series of executive changes.
- Industry leaders, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, acknowledge AI's potential to significantly alter the job market.