Sam Altman

CEO of OpenAI and one of the most prominent figures in commercial AI development, known for leading the company through ChatGPT's launch and rapid growth.

Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI, having co-founded the organization in 2015 and returned to lead it after a brief board-initiated departure in November 2023. He previously led Y Combinator and has become a central figure in debates about AI development, safety, and commercialization.

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