OpenAI’s Sam Altman Blasts Meta’s AI Talent Raids, Vows Missionaries Will Win

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has launched a strong rebuttal against Meta’s aggressive AI talent acquisition strategy, labeling Meta’s new hires as ‘mercenaries’ and asserting that OpenAI’s ‘missionaries’ will ultimately prevail. In an internal memo sent to OpenAI researchers this past Monday, Altman directly addressed the recent departures to Meta, including key figures joining Mark Zuckerberg’s newly formed superintelligence team.

Altman’s message, obtained by WIRED, dismisses Meta’s recruiting efforts as potentially leading to ‘deep cultural problems.’ He emphasized OpenAI’s unique mission and culture, stating, ‘Missionaries will beat mercenaries.’ This comes after Meta’s announcement of a new superintelligence division, spearheaded by Alexandr Wang and Nat Friedman, and notably including several former OpenAI researchers.

While acknowledging Meta’s success in attracting some individuals, Altman downplayed the significance of their gains, suggesting Meta struggled to secure top-tier talent. He reaffirmed OpenAI’s commitment to building artificial general intelligence (AGI) as its primary goal, distinguishing it from other companies whose AI efforts might serve instrumental purposes.

Amidst the escalating ‘AI talent war,’ Altman also hinted at significant internal changes at OpenAI, revealing that the company is evaluating compensation across its entire research organization. He expressed confidence in OpenAI’s research roadmap and its unique team, assuring staff that the company’s core values and AGI mission remain steadfast, long after competitors might shift focus.

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