https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/21/openai-says-sam-altman-to-return-as-ceo/ > Sam Altman is returning to OpenAI as its chief executive, the high-profile AI startup said Wednesday, capping an intense five days of discussions, debates and convincing following the sudden dismissal of Altman from the startup he co-founded. > OpenAI, which is the most valuable U.S. startup, said it has reached an “agreement in principle” for Altman’s return. Bret Taylor, Larry Summers, and Adam D’Angelo will be part of the new initial board, the AI startup said. Taylor will serve as the chair of the board, the startup said. “We are collaborating to figure out the details. Thank you so much for your patience through this,” the startup added.