OpenAI insiders warn of a potential decline in trust.

OpenAI is losing key safety leaders, including Ilya Sutskever and Jan Leike, who have resigned or been forced out, resulting in a weakened superalignment team and disbanded AGI Readiness efforts. Insiders report a cultural shift toward commercialization under Sam Altman’s leadership, with safety resources significantly reduced. Contracts reportedly silenced dissent until whistleblowers emerged, highlighting concerns about ignored safety priorities.

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As OpenAI accelerates the release of powerful models like GPT-4o, critical voices are disappearing, raising questions about the lab's ability to manage the risks associated with AGI. Daniel Kokotajlo, a former governance team member, expressed lost trust in OpenAI's leadership regarding responsible AGI management.