This Friday morning, OpenAI is facing a whirlwind of challenges, from a major leadership departure to two high-stakes lawsuits, even as it launches new AI models.

Both CNBC TV18 and TheWrap confirm that Fidji Simo, OpenAI's CEO of AGI Deployment, is stepping down from her full-time role to become a part-time advisor. Simo announced on X, as reported by WTVB and WION, that a severe exacerbation of a chronic neuroimmune condition, specifically postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome or POTS, re