Overview

• OpenAI reinstated its CEO, Sam Altman, after a brief ousting and formed a new all-male board, sparking criticism for its lack of diversity and expertise in critical areas.
• Prominent women in tech, including AI researcher Timnit Gebru, have expressed their reluctance to join the board, highlighting the gender imbalance in the AI field.
• The boardroom conflict at OpenAI is seen as a reflection of the tension between the company's original nonprofit mission and its for-profit incentives.
• The new board is seen as prioritizing commercialization of OpenAI's products over ethical considerations and safety.
• Experts suggest that OpenAI needs to diversify and expand its board, improve communication strategies, and develop a proper CEO succession plan.