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OpenAI loses a top data center exec, as stream of high-profile departures continues
Before Malone left, OpenAI had already reshuffled its infrastructure org, shifting his reporting line away from President Greg Brockman and putting Vice President Sachin Katti in charge of the group.
TL;DR
- Chris Malone, OpenAI's head of data centers, has left the company after less than two years.
- Malone's departure comes after OpenAI reorganized its infrastructure unit, shifting his reporting line.
- His exit adds to a significant number of executive departures from OpenAI this year, including high-profile roles.
- The continuous talent flight raises concerns about OpenAI's stability and valuation ahead of its planned IPO.
- OpenAI attributes the reorganization to supporting the scale and pace of their work, asserting confidence in their remaining data center team.