Meera Murati: Launches new AI venture
Technology: According to reliable sources, former OpenAI technology chief Mira Murati is actively raising funds for her new artificial intelligence startup. The venture aims to create unique AI products leveraging proprietary models. Although it is uncertain whether she will take on the role of CEO, estimates suggest that the startup could receive an investment of over $100 million, thanks to her stellar reputation and the resources needed to develop these models.
Barrett Zoff, a lead researcher who left OpenAI along with Murati in late September, is rumored to be considering a role in this innovative project. Additionally, it appears that Murati has enlisted several former OpenAI co-workers to collaborate with her ambitious endeavor. During her six-year tenure at OpenAI, she played a key role in groundbreaking projects such as ChatGPT and DALL-E and was instrumental in a multi-billion dollar partnership with Microsoft, solidifying her position as a leading figure in the AI landscape.
Following his departure from OpenAI in September 2023, Murati expressed his eagerness to venture into new opportunities. His new startup reflects a growing trend among former OpenAI executives, including the founders of Anthropic and Safe Superintelligence, who have also founded their own companies in the AI field.
