Previously: OpenAI: Altman Returns, OpenAI: The Battle of the Board, OpenAI: Facts from a Weekend, additional coverage in AI#41.

We have new stories from The New York Times, from Time, from the Washington Post and from Business Insider.

All paint a picture consistent with the central story told in OpenAI: The Battle of the Board. They confirm key facts, especially Altman's attempted removal of Toner from the board via deception. We also confirm that Altman promised to help with the transition when he was first fired, so we have at least one very clear cut case of Altman saying that which was not.

Much uncertainty remains, especially about the future, but past events are increasingly clear.

The stories also provide additional color and key details. This post is for those who want that, and to figure out what to think in light of the new [...]

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Outline:

(01:21) The New York Times Covers Events

(15:30) Time Makes Altman CEO of the Year

(18:49) Washington Post Says Leaders Warned Altman was Abusive

(20:05) Business Insider Says Microsoft Letter Was a Bluff

(26:15) Where Does That All Leave Us?

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