Sam Altman then joined Microsoft (MSFT.O) along with Greg Brockman, former president of ChatGate creator, and other employees
Almost all of OpenAI's remaining employees are threatening to quit unless the board resigns.
Does not appoint two new lead independent directors in addition to reinstating Altman and Brockman.
OpenAI's board of directors fired Sam Altman as CEO following a meeting, following which Chairman Greg Brockman resigned.
COO Brad Lightcap said Altman's dismissal was due to "a breakdown in communication between Sam and the board".
Early investor Khosla Ventures says it wants to bring Altman back to OpenAI, “but will support him in whatever he does next.”
The source told Reuters that Altman discussed a possible return to the company and presented the idea of launching a new AI startup.
OpenAI's Board of Directors approved the appointment of Sam Altman and Greg Brockman by Microsoft.
Sam Altman joins Microsoft as head of its new advanced AI research team