A Top OpenAI Executive, Fidji Simo, Steps Down
Ms. Simo, who was Sam Altman’s second in command before taking a medical leave in April, will become a part-time adviser to the company.
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Ms. Simo, who was Sam Altman’s second in command before taking a medical leave in April, will become a part-time adviser to the company.
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Simo, who was Sam Altman’s second in command before taking a medical leave in April, will become a part-time adviser to the company.
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https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/09/technology/openai-fidji-simo-exit.html