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OpenAI executive shuffle includes new role for COO Brad Lightcap to lead ‘special projects’

A handful of OpenAI executives are transitioning into new roles, according to a report from Bloomberg . An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the personnel changes to TechCrunch.

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A handful of OpenAI executives are transitioning into new roles, according to a report from Bloomberg . An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the personnel changes to TechCrunch. CEO of AGI development Fidji Simo announced in a memo that Brad Lightcap, OpenAI’s COO, has a new job leading “special projects,” which will involve “complex deals and investments across the company.” He will report directly to CEO Sam Altman.

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