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Who is new OpenAI CEO Emmett Shear? All you need to know about the man replacing Sam Altman

After a weekend of rumor and speculation, Emmett Shear — former CEO of Twitch — confirmed he will take the top job at OpenAI.

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Ousted OpenAI head Sam Altman to lead Microsoft’s new AI team, CEO Nadella says

Former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will be joining Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team, according to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.

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Microsoft hires ex-OpenAI leaders Altman and Brockman to lead new AI team

Microsoft has hired OpenAI co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman to head up a “new advanced AI research team,” the software conglomerate’s chief Satya Nadella said Monday, capping three days of intense discussions following the unexpected decision by OpenAI’s board … Continue reading

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OpenAI Board Says Sam Altman Will Not Return as C.E.O.

The announcement seemed to cap a tumultuous weekend for the A.I. company, as Mr. Altman made a push to reclaim his job.

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OpenAI to name new boss after firing co-founder

The tech firm will reportedly appoint Emmett Shear after the chaotic ousting of former chief Sam Altman.

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OpenAI is hiring former Twitch CEO Emmett Shear to run company two days after ousting Sam Altman

Following the sudden ouster of Sam Altman as CEO on Friday and a chaotic two days that ensued, OpenAI hired former Twitch CEO Emmett Shear to run the company

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Mastercard doubles down on effort to detect and tackle crypto fraud with AI tie-up

Mastercard told CNBC exclusively Monday it’s partnered with Feedzai, a regulatory technology platform, to improve monitoring and blocking of fraud in crypto.

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OpenAI Board Backs Decision to Oust Sam Altman as C.E.O.

After 48 hours of furious negotiations, the A.I. company said Mr. Altman would not return to his job and that former Twitch C.EO. Emmett Shear would be its interim boss.

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Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt resigns from GM-owned robotaxi unit

Cruise CEO and co-founder Kyle Vogt has resigned from his role at the autonomous vehicle venture owned by General Motors, according to a company statement.

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Talks to Bring Sam Altman Back to OpenAI Stretch Through Weekend

Disagreements over the board’s makeup appear to have muddled negotiations. Mr. Altman was forced out as chief executive by the company’s board on Friday.

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