OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research company behind ChatGPT, has hired two new executives to help navigate the legal battles it faces as its products gain widespread adoption. Sandhya Ramesh, a former senior engineering leader at Meta, has been appointed as OpenAI’s Chief Technology Officer. Additionally, Bradford Newman, a former general counsel at Salesforce, has joined as OpenAI’s Chief Legal Officer. These strategic hires come as OpenAI faces increasing scrutiny and legal challenges from regulators, lawmakers, and competitors over issues such as copyright infringement, data privacy, and the potential misuse of its AI systems. With Ramesh’s technical expertise and Newman’s legal acumen, OpenAI aims to strengthen its ability to address these complex legal and regulatory issues while continuing to push the boundaries of AI development. The company’s rapid growth and the widespread adoption of ChatGPT have thrust it into the spotlight, necessitating a robust legal and technical leadership team to navigate the evolving landscape.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/open-ai-new-executives-helping-against-legal-battles-2024-9