Sam Altman to return as OpenAI CEO

Sam Altman is returning to OpenAI as its chief executive, the high-profile AI startup said Wednesday, capping an intense discussion of five days following the sudden dismissal of Altman from the startup he co-founded.

OpenAI, which is the most valuable U.S. startup, said it has reached an “agreement in principle” for Altman’s return. Bret Taylor, Larry Summers, and Adam D’Angelo will be part of the new initial board, the AI startup said. “We are collaborating to figure out the details. Thank you so much for your patience through this,” the startup added.