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OpenAI’s No. 2 executive Fidji Simo resigns amid health challenges

Fidji Simo resigns from her role at OpenAI, shifting to part-time advisory status due to health challenges, leaving a leadership vacuum at a critical time for the company.

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  • Fidji Simo is stepping down from her full-time role at OpenAI due to ongoing health issues.
  • She will transition to a part-time advisory position after a medical leave longer than expected.
  • Simo’s exit creates a leadership gap as OpenAI prepares for a potential IPO and faces competition from Anthropic.

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