Microsoft eats OpenAI lunch for free! Cast: Sam Altman, Ilya Sutskever, Greg Brockman, Mira Murati, Emmett Shear, Satya Nadella

Added on November 20, 2023

Friday: High-Stakes Drama Begins

3:00 PM ET: The boardroom turns into a battleground. Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, faces the board’s unexpected ambush led by Ilya Sutskever, resulting in his abrupt dismissal. The air is thick with tension as whispers of the impending public announcement spread.
Soon After: Greg Brockman, co-founder, receives a startling blow – he’s ousted from the board. A power shift is underway.
3:30 PM ET: OpenAI drops the bombshell – Altman is out. The reason? Allegations of deceitfulness “not consistently candid in his communications with the board”. OpenAI announces leadership transition Mira Murati steps in as the interim CEO. The news ripples through the tech world.
Later in the Day: Altman takes to X, reflecting on his journey with a mysterious hint at future endeavors. Brockman exits with a cryptic promise of bigger things on the horizon.
Underlying Tensions: A clash of titans – Altman’s bold AI vision clashes with the board’s cautious approach, igniting the spark that led to the showdown.

Saturday: The Plot Thickens

Rumors and Reconsiderations: Whispers of Altman’s next big move swirl. The board, possibly regretting their decision, contemplates a dramatic U-turn.

Sunday: A Game of Power and Persuasion

Daytime Maneuvers: Altman, now an outsider, enters OpenAI’s realm with a guest badge, engaging in high-stakes negotiations with the board. Microsoft’s Nadella lurks in the shadows, playing mediator.
Deadline Drama: A 5 PM PT ultimatum is set. Altman’s demands? A Microsoft seat at the table and his grand return as CEO.
Negotiations Collapse: As evening turns to night, talks crumble. Nadella makes a move – Altman and Brockman are now Microsoft’s newest strategists.
A New Leader Emerges: OpenAI anoints Emmett Shear, ex-Twitch CEO, as the interim head. Murati resumes her role as CTO.

Monday: A New Dawn with Lingering Shadows

Early Hours: Shear steps into the limelight, seeing a unique chance in the chaos. He aims to uncover the truth behind Altman’s exit.
Revolt Within: OpenAI’s staff rise in defiance, demanding the board’s departure and the return of their fallen leaders. The threat looms – a mass exodus to Microsoft.
Altman’s Proclamation: On X, Altman speaks of unity and a shared mission, hinting at a collaboration despite the rift.
The Possibility of a Comeback: Rumors fly about a potential return for Altman and Brockman, contingent on the resignation of their adversaries on the board.
Assurances Amidst Turmoil: Altman publicly commits to OpenAI’s success alongside Nadella, ensuring stability for partners and customers despite the storm. https://x.com/sama/status/1726686611260494238