SMRTR AISep 16, 2024Engadget

OpenAI's new safety board has more power and no Sam Altman

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OpenAI has formed a new independent Safety and Security Committee, chaired by Zico Kolter, to oversee safety evaluations and model launches. CEO Sam Altman is no longer on the committee, which now has the power to delay releases until safety concerns are addressed, marking a significant shift in the company's approach to AI safety and governance.

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