Willner emphasized that his decision was a clear and public one, with the hope of normalizing open discussions about work-life balance. The departure comes at a time when concerns about AI safety are increasing, prompting OpenAI and other companies to implement safeguards at the request of the White House. These safeguards include allowing independent experts access to code, addressing societal risks like biases, sharing safety information with the government, and watermarking AI-generated audio and visual content to ensure transparency.
