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Top OpenAI executive Fidji Simo is stepping down, citing a 'disabling disease that still has no cure'
Fidji Simo, a top OpenAI exec, steps down amid a chronic illness. She is shifting to an advisor role after medical leave.
TL;DR
- Fidji Simo, OpenAI's CEO of applications, is stepping down from her full-time role.
- She will transition to a part-time advisor position at the company.
- Simo's decision is due to a chronic, incurable illness requiring her full attention for recovery.
- She had previously taken a three-month medical leave to address her health.
- Simo was diagnosed with postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) in 2019.
- Her role involved turning AI models into a sustainable business, with a recent focus on productivity for companies and customers.
- Sam Altman expressed sadness and gratitude for Simo's contributions and friendship.