If a robust AI like AGI exists it would be able to perform various tasks better than humans. But at this point in time, Strong AIs do not exist. OpenAI was established as a non-profit in 2015. It had a singular mission: to develop an Artificial General Intelligence or AGI, for the benefit of humanity.
The company’s website clearly outlines its mission. “To ensure that Artificial General
Intelligence benefits all of humanity.” Prominent tech entrepreneurs came
together to create this company, including Sam Altman and Elon Musk. There were 10 co-founding members of OpenAI in total. The current chief scientist, Ilya Sutskever, and the President of OpenAI, Greg Brockman were also included.
Remember these names because they play a crucial role in this saga. All co-founders collectively pledged $1 billion to OpenAI. In 2019, four years after its incorporation, Sam Altman assumed the role of CEO. Four years after that, on November 17, 2023, the board of directors unexpectedly fired Sam.
In case you don’t know, there is often a Board of Directors in large corporations, in most cases, they hold the authority to appoint or dismiss the CEO. As per the rules, it is normal for the Board to have this authority.
