Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has been named TIME’s “CEO of the Year” despite recent controversies within the company. Altman, who faced internal struggles for control during a tumultuous Thanksgiving, was acknowledged for his leadership during challenging times.
Despite internal tensions and board disputes at OpenAI, Altman’s role in the development of Chat-GPT and GPT-4 contributed to his recognition.
He emphasized that 2023 marked a turning point when many began taking AI seriously. OpenAI, initially a nonprofit research center, has transformed into an $80 billion entity, navigating complex corporate challenges and leadership changes.