Sebastien Bubeck, a prominent AI researcher who was previously with Microsoft as vice president of AI and a distinguished scientist, has joined OpenAI. Bubeck has been a part of Microsoft for the past decade, holding various roles such as vice president of generative AI research. He left Microsoft to focus on developing Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and Microsoft has expressed appreciation for his contributions and looks forward to continued collaboration through his work with OpenAI. The partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI has seen significant investment and funding, with Microsoft benefiting from access to cutting-edge AI technology and resources provided by OpenAI.
Microsoft has reportedly been developing its own large language model separate from OpenAI’s GPT-4. OpenAI executives have expressed concerns about Microsoft not moving fast enough to provide the necessary computing power. OpenAI recently opened an office in Bellevue, Wash., close to Microsoft’s headquarters in Redmond. This move signifies the growing importance of AI research and development in the tech industry, with both Microsoft and OpenAI vying to stay at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Jon Jenkins, a former Amazon executive who led the company’s “Just Walk Out” technology, has joined Lime as its new chief technology officer. Jenkins brings significant experience in developing innovative technologies, particularly in the area of cashierless shopping experiences. He expressed his excitement to be part of Lime’s efforts in providing sustainable, convenient, and affordable transportation solutions globally and highlighted the technical challenges that lie ahead as the company innovates in the shared transportation space.
Yejin Choi, an AI researcher specializing in natural language processing, has announced her upcoming move to Stanford University as a professor in the Computer Science Department and a senior fellow at the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI). Before officially starting at Stanford, Choi will work at Nvidia as senior director of LLM research for a “gap year.” Choi’s work in natural language processing has earned her recognition as a MacArthur Fellow and one of Time’s Most Influential People in AI, showcasing her significant contributions to the field.
Craig Duncan, the head of Rare studio, is set to take over as the head of Xbox Game Studios, replacing Alan Hartman, who is retiring. This leadership change signals Microsoft’s commitment to the gaming industry and its ongoing efforts to innovate and deliver high-quality gaming experiences. Additionally, Kyler Schmitz, a former Amazon Web Services executive, has joined Seattle EV charging infrastructure startup Electric Era as chief revenue officer, bringing a wealth of experience in the tech industry to the company.
Seattle biotech startup Kayothera has added industry veterans Bruce Carter and Paul Sekhri to its board of directors. Carter, the former CEO of ZymoGenetics, and Sekhri, CEO and chairman of vTv Therapeutics, bring extensive experience and expertise in the biotech industry to help guide Kayothera’s growth and development. These strategic additions reflect the company’s commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative biotechnological solutions.
