Sam Altman is still CEO, but Greg Brockman is now running OpenAI's day-to-day operations
haydenfield · x · 2026-08-21
A report by The Verge reveals that while Sam Altman retains the CEO title, OpenAI co-president Greg Brockman has taken charge of day-to-day operations, effectively becoming the power behind the throne. The article details OpenAI's tumultuous year, including legal battles with Musk and executive departures, noting that Brockman's purview and influence have quietly expanded significantly amidst the chaos.
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