Prominent Microsoft AI VP Sebastien Bubeck to Join OpenAI

Oct 14, 2024, 07:14 PM

Sebastien Bubeck, one of Microsoft's top and most prominent artificial intelligence researchers and AI vice president, is leaving the company to join OpenAI, according to multiple sources. Bubeck's departure marks a significant shift as he transitions to a company where Microsoft is both the largest investor and a competitor. The move has been confirmed by Microsoft and reported by The Information, with the scoop attributed to Aaron Holmes.