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OpenAI COO Confirms 'Bittersweet' Exit, Has New Venture in Sight

Aug 11, 2026 · 02:06 PM ET· updated 1h ago
OpenAI COO Confirms 'Bittersweet' Exit, Has New Venture in Sight

OpenA COO Brad Lightcap announced that he is departing the artificial intelligence company to “start something new.”

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OpenAI's number-two leader is leaving to start his own company. When important people leave, it can mean the company is changing, so it's worth watching to see if OpenAI stays strong or struggles.

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